The Death Of Wardriving by Nathan Kartchner
Wardriving: Driving around looking for open wireless networks . (courtesy of WarDriving.com) The history of wardriving runs parallel to the adoption of WiFi technology. As big corporations installed wireless LANs, hackers would drive from place to place attempting to hack into the networks. ... Some companies have begun to manufacture routers that convert a cellular WAN signal into a standard 802.11 b/g signal, making the internet available to multiple people, not just the individual with the wireless internet card.

Wireless Connectivity and You by Nathan Kartchner
As computer connectivity continues to evolve, there is a definite push towards wireless. The idea of wireless connectivity is not new. IrDA, or infrared wireless communication has been around for a while. IrDA uses pulsed infrared light waves to provide wireless connectivity to printers, cell... Another developing and yet-to-be released technology that is looking to build upon the current push for wireless connectivity is the Wireless USB standard. ... Wireless VGA essentially allows you to create a separate workstation up to 100 feet away from the source without having to run extension...

Wireless Computer Network Rentals: The New Technology Trend by John Beagle
Consider the convenience and added benefits of renting today's wireless technology. Wireless networks have a big advantage over wired networks, especially for short term projects where the internet and rental computers, printers and projectors are deployed. ... Here are some of the wireless products that are commonly rented for company projects: Wireless Router Rentals A wireless router is a networking device that connects computers to the internet. ... Rent Wireless Access Point (WAP) A wireless access point is a networking device that allows wireless-equipped computers and other...

ADSL Broadband - How Can It Work For You? by Marius Bezuidenhout
Broadband is the buzzword these days, but what exactly is it and what are the benefits? What is Broadband? Broadband is a high-speed Internet connection that is always available. This means you don’t have to dial-up every time you want to send an e-mail or surf the Internet. ... • Wireless Broadband is ideal for users that want Internet connectivity on the move. ... Wireless Broadband Wireless Broadband gives you the ability to stay connected to the Internet wherever you are. ... It allows you to access the Internet from wherever you can get mobile phone coverage, using your laptop and...

Buying a Laptop by Sezer Bozkurt
Purchasing a laptop computer is not an easy job to do because there are so many important things that should be considered before purchasing. Besides the common things that are shared by desktops such as type of CPU, MHZ of processor, size of RAM, size and type of hard disk, brand and support,... Some high quality laptops have several connectivity options such as wireless network cards (to connect to wireless networks), Centrino technology (internet connectivity almost anywhere) and much more. ... The latest models offer 5 or more hours of use depending on what you use it for.

UMPC - For People Who Look For the Best by Sally Thompson
Nobody wants to stay away from the best, then how can you? Let me introduce you to the latest gadget in the tech industry, Ultra Mobile PC commonly known as UMPC. In simpler terms it is a complete PC with ultra mobility. It combines the power of Windows XP with mobile-ready technologies. ... It uses a built-in wireless connectivity which gives Internet access anytime and from anywhere. ... Enjoy the comfort and ease of shopping for Ultra Mobile PC from the comfort of your home or office with Internet.

Have Laptop Will Travel by Francis Ardi
Leave prepared when traveling with your notebook computer. Internet connectivity at your destination is one thing to think about when taking your portable office with you on your next trip. You might want to consider some of the following options: Make sure you have a dial-up access account. ... Wireless connectivity. ... A cell phone which can be connected to your computer or a slot card which is in itself a wireless dial-in device are useful where it is uncertain whether there exist land lines or you need internet access while on the road.

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 To Protect Your Home Network From Security Threats by Paul Wilcox
Technical computer jargon has become a part of our everyday lives and not only at work but at home as well. If you have setup your own computer network at home you probably know all about wireless cards, routers, and firewalls. Most computer components are easy to install and get set up, making... Wireless Networks If you have a wireless network, take security one step further and lock it down. ... This is especially important if you have a wireless network since someone next door can potentially use your network to get onto the Internet.

Mobile Computing Networks by Richard Romando
Using mobile computers when in transit implies mobile computing. This is effectuated by using wireless technologies such as LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, GPRS, etc. LAN refers to Local Area Networking. This is not a very mobile technology, as it restricts the area of its reach. ... WAN essentially uses wireless connections between its locations. ... They use wireless technologies such as GSM, CDMA, WLL, GPRS, EDGE, 3G etc. ... GPRS networks coupled with EDGE or Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution provide fast Internet connection on cell phones.