Microsoft Vista and Wireless Adapters - Compatibility, Usability by George Christodoulou
You’re all wondering, how are wireless adapters working with the new Microsoft Vista. There is no cut and paste answer for that because it all depends on the kind of wireless network you are using. Are you using Netgear or perhaps Linksys. I will try to clarify as many different adapters as I... It has to do with the fact that many wireless connections do not have the ability to go into the “power save” mode that the Microsoft Vista Operating system allows for. ... One you download these files, you can then go to your control panel to search for your driver and point to the download files.

Wireless Adpaters: Installing, WPA2 and Advanced Features by Eric Meyer
You will never meet that 108mbps that most wireless routers are saying to have but to come close you will have to purchase a wireless adapter from the same manufacture. Installing your wireless adapter 1. Stick your adapter into your PCIMICA slot on your laptop. ... You should be on the general tab of the wireless adpaters properties and click on the configure button next to the name of the wireless adapter. ... If this is your Home wireless network make sure you have changed your SSID to something obscure and change your wireless channel to something other than channel 6.

Wireless Router Features by Eric Meyer
BUYING A WIRELESS ROUTER You might be asking what features should I look for in a wireless router . You will have to ask yourself some questions first. 1. Do you currently have a 802.11b or 802.11g wireless adapter? 2. Do you want to connect remotely to your office network? ... Another router feature is POE (Power over Ethernet) this is a really good feature for business environment because you power your router through the Ethernet cable, which means you don’t need a power outlet. ... One feature which is often over looked but one of the coolest features of a wireless router or...

Wireless Linux: Using the Linux Wireless ToolBox by Eric Meyer
First thing you need to do is purchase a wireless adapter card with a prism2 chipset. Just go to google and type in linux wireless adapters and track one down. If you are using a fairly good wireless distro it should pick up the card automatically. Ok, Now you have the card now what, you plugged... By the way your wireless adapter should be named wlan0 The iwlist command will give a list of options that look like this: usage: iwlist [interface] scanning [interface] frequency [interface] channel [interface] bitrate [interface] rate [interface] encryption [interface] key [interface]...

Setting Up and Securing Your Wireless Network by Herman T. Lee
There are more and more individuals opting to work from home than ever before. The advantages to this are many including avoiding the morning and evening rush hours, being able to spend time with your kids and significant other, and doing everything on your own time. ... Setup the wireless access/router point via a wired client. ... Enable 128-bit Wired Equivalency Privacy (WEP) encryption on both your access point and network card. ... Setup your access point not to broadcast the SSID if available.

Three Must Have Accessories For Notebook Computers by Lynn Chan
An Optical Mouse Notebooks are normally equipped with touch pads which can be awkward. There's no substitute for the mouse. Notebooks are predominantly used on a static, flat surface. With wireless broadband hotspots mushrooming all over the nation's transit locations, table tops have become... Although wireless mice are the trend these days, stick to a wired optical mouse by virtue that it does not require additional power or equipment to operate; as in batteries or receivers for wireless ones.

Creating a Wireless Desktop by Stephen Orgill
We live in an age of technology and as such we are always looking for ways to make life easier or ways to make things look better. In the home or office (or even the home office) making things look better involves getting rid of clutter. This is where the wireless desktop comes into play. ... Wireless Networking I think the biggest advantage of wireless technology has to be Wireless Networking. ... The Wireless Keyboard and Mouse This is the first device that you will probably buy for your wireless desktop.

Wireless USB Vs. Bluetooth: Battle Royale by Nathan Kartchner
As the release date for Wireless USB draws ever closer, discussion is heating up around the emerging standard. In particular, there has been a lot of debate concerning the pros and cons of Bluetooth versus Wireless USB. Both of these standards offer particular benefits as well as particular... As far as security is concerned, Bluetooth depends on a four-digit pin number to ensure that the correct device is being connected to, while Wireless USB is looking at using a USB cable to make the initial connection, after which point the device can be used wirelessly.

A Buyer's Guide to Laptops by John Gibb
When you’re buying a laptop, it can be difficult to know what to look for. Most people have bought a desktop system before, but the number of first-time laptop owners is growing every year, and the configuration of laptops is different in many notable ways. ... A laptop is just about useless if its battery lasts a few hours, unless you only plan to use it in places where there’s a power outlet to plug it into. ... While wireless networking technology isn’t unique to laptops, it is much more important in laptops than it is in other computers.

Installing a PCI Wireless Card by Lee Asher
Installing a PCI wireless card might seem like a bit of an adventure -- after all, you have to open the case, find where to put the thing, close it again... and then you have to deal with the software! Even if you've never opened your computer before, though, you shouldn't have too much trouble... You should also make sure that you point the wireless card's antenna upwards. ... Your PCI wireless card gives your computer a permanent wireless connection. ... If there is anything connected to the computer, you should unplug that from the power too, as well as unplugging the wires from the...