ADSL Wireless Routers Overview by Michael Sterios
Broadband can enter the home or office through either an ADSL connection or via a cable. An ADSL connection is provided by an ISP and connects with the Internet through a normal telephone line. A cable connection is provided by a cable company and a separate cable needs to be installed, through... An ADSL wireless router provides the access point necessary for the wireless network. ... In fact an ADSL wireless router contains a router, modem, switch, and an access point within the same device. ... Therefore an ADSL wireless router allows for the compilation of a network that can be either...

Lightening Storm - Now No Internet? by John Magluilo
Call Your ISP Your ISP (Internet Service Provider) may be having problems. Call them and ask if there are any outages. If they say no then report your and have them check to see if it is on their end. Reset Your Equipment After lightening storm can cause your router and/or modem to freeze... To check the cable modem, plug your computer directly into the modem (bypassing the router). ... Be sure to check if a store bought modem can work with her cable provider before purchasing it. ... Background Information: Most lightning storms don't short out the router but actually short out...

How to Use Your Cell Phone as a Wireless Modem For Your Computer by Natalie Aranda
The cell phone has certainly changed how people communicate. The newer model cell phones are packed with features from GPS trackers to advanced audio players. One useful feature of cell phones for frequent travelers is its ability to be used as a wireless modem to enable you to use your laptop... If there is no built in modem, a PC card modem is needed for the laptop. ... In order to set up the cell phone as a modem it will need to be connected to the laptop with a USB data cable. ... The cell phone/modem can be used when on the move for the routine work.

Misconceptions about Wireless Networking by Randolph Wells
I was browsing through my local MegaMart recently. I belong to the group of men who find themselves in the Electronics Department or some other manly area of the store while the wife is shopping for groceries. It seems we are better off out of their way. ... This guy really wants the cable modem to be a wireless router. ... This guy is convinced that his cable modem is a router. ... He replied, "No, it's my router." If he only has a cable modem, then how is his laptop connecting now and then. ... "So this is you cable modem", I ask.

Benefits of Wireless Routers by Michael Sterios
As download speeds continue to increase a greater number of broadband users are downloading heavy content items such as entire films. This is because the time it takes to complete such tasks are shortened. It is also the case that several computers sharing the same broadband connection may... Broadband is often touted as an always-on service, and while this may be true from the providers’ point of view, it is not usually the case if you connect from your computer via an Ethernet cable and a modem.

Why Do So Many People Use Linksys Routers by Steve Lee
Linksys is a division of Cisco Systems, Inc., and are the recognized global leader in VoIP, Wireless and Ethernet networking for home, and small business users. They are based in Irvine, California. A Linksys router is the most popular model available today. ... Linksys Wireless Broadband Routers have four Ethernet ports and support up to 32 wireless users. ... The router must be connected to a cable or DSL modem. ... It is good to know that Linksys Routers only work with external cable or DSL modems featuring Ethernet ports.

Good Reasons To Have A Wireless Network by Kenneth Snodin
Having a wireless network opens up many possibilities. Wireless networks provide an inexpensive and easy way to share a single Internet connection among several computers. This means you only need one modem, and you can add additional computers to the network just by plugging in a wireless card... The single greatest thing about a wireless network is that it is, well, wireless! ... It is much easier to experience online play through an Xbox or PlayStation 2 that is connected to a wireless network than have to use a modem!

Wireless Internet by Dennis Oley
We have all come a long way from connecting to the internet via the old 2400 baud telephone line modem to a slow AOL connection. Now, there are many ways to connect to high-speed internet at various costs and service levels. Today, the Cable TV provided high-speed internet access usually costs... Now to set-up a simple wireless network you need two more things; a Wireless Router (to connect to your high-speed modem), and a way to receive the wireless signal at your computer, a wireless network card.

How A Router Works by Steve Lee
In the past when you referred to a router you were talking about a tool that was used to design and shape wood. The internet has changed that. In its simplest form a router is defined as a device or setup that finds the best route between any two networks. ... If you have more than one computer you can purchase a router and connect it to the cable modem. ... In many households today a cable modem is the router. ... The internet is passed through the router and delivered to the computers either through a wire or more commonly today now through wireless technology.

Home Networking by Bob Rankin
Setting up Your Home Network As society and technology change, it's becoming common for homes to have more than one computer. When an existing computer is a few years old, parents will often take advantage of today's lower prices, purchase a new computer, and pass the old one down to the kids. ... If you want to use wireless connections, you'll need a wireless router and a wireless adapter for each computer. ... You'll need to connect each of your computers to the router with a cable, or go wireless.