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DirtyDanza · 01-20-2004, 08:14 PM

I want to be able to travel and where ever networks are present I want it to pick it up and work.... what do I need?

xxxoutsourcing · 01-20-2004, 08:20 PM

I have a wireless card which will allow me to work on a wireless network anywhere providing that they give you the permissions to do so.

There is a new system coming out where we are called HOTSPOTS and places like starbucks and even th elocal pub have Wireless ADSL to hook you up.

DirtyDanza · 01-20-2004, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by xxxoutsourcing
I have a wireless card which will allow me to work on a wireless network anywhere providing that they give you the permissions to do so.

There is a new system coming out where we are called HOTSPOTS and places like starbucks and even th elocal pub have Wireless ADSL to hook you up.

so just a wireless card for my laptop thats it?

boneprone · 01-20-2004, 09:02 PM

hmmm..

Talk to Dugmor about this...

Someone forward em this thread.

Id like to know too..

I have a wireless card in my laptop and it works great around the house..

Wondering where else i can use it..

Didint do me much good in Vegas. I was hoping hotles had something for wireless.

WebTitan · 01-20-2004, 09:03 PM

get a card that is compatible for both the 802.11a and 802.11b (or whatever the numbers are). basicly one that will work with the 2.4 and 5.4 gig networks. i have a seperate card for each, so i have to play around to see what types are around, but you can avoid that if you have the dual card.

bdld · 01-20-2004, 09:03 PM

yup just the card is needed

boneprone · 01-20-2004, 09:06 PM

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Originally posted by bdld
yup just the card is needed

then what?

Dont you have to pay starbucks and places like that to share thier connection?

AlienQ - BANNED FOR LIFE · 01-20-2004, 09:08 PM

You need to know the Alphabet for Wireless Networks to work

OK, don't laugh but its true!

xxxoutsourcing · 01-20-2004, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dirty_DS

so just a wireless card for my laptop thats it?

You need to have or be on a wireless network also.

For example:
If you wanted a wireless network at home using ADSL you would have to purchase a wireless router and then a card.
Then you plug your ADSL modem into the wan port and away you go, you'll need to check the security settings on the router too.
That is all you need for a wireless home network, if you wanted to get longer range you will need ACCESS POINTS.

Now if you wanted to go to the Airport with a wireless connection you'll need an ISP that does the hotspots so you can connect over the wireless networks in the hotspot areas.

You can't just go anywhere and it works!

boneprone · 01-20-2004, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by xxxoutsourcing

You need to have or be on a wireless network also.

For example:
If you wanted a wireless network at home using ADSL you would have to purchase a wireless router and then a card.
Then you plug your ADSL modem into the wan port and away you go, you'll need to check the security settings on the router too.
That is all you need for a wireless home network, if you wanted to get longer range you will need ACCESS POINTS.

Now if you wanted to go to the Airport with a wireless connection you'll need an ISP that does the hotspots so you can connect over the wireless networks in the hotspot areas.

You can't just go anywhere and it works!

how much is it for these hotspots connections?

xxxoutsourcing · 01-20-2004, 09:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by boneprone

how much is it for these hotspots connections?

It varies on the ISP, talk to your broadband provider and find out if they have hotspots where you are and if they have a roaming service with overseas ISP's.

wyldblyss · 01-20-2004, 09:54 PM

We have a couple computers in the office on another floor but usually I work on my laptop from the desk in the kitchen, wireless connection. It royally sucks some days and we haven't taken the time to figure out why. Drives me nuts!!!!

KobyBoy · 01-20-2004, 10:19 PM

All you need is a Wireless card for your PC. There are two widespread standards right now 802.11b and 802.11g. 802.11b transfer data at 11Mb/s while 802.11g transfers data at 54Mb/s. To put all this into perspective your DSL connection is between 1 and 2 Mb/s. For websurfing, telecommuting, writting e-mail, etc... an 802.11b card will suffice (that's what I have). Once you have your wireless card installed in your laptop you have to look for a wireless access point in your vicinity. They have programs available on the 'Net that will do this for you. What you are looking for is Wireless access points that are available to the public. Here in New York City they have many publicly available places where you can go on-line and do your on-line business. You need to check where you live where you could get on-line. Usually Starbucks, McDonalds, etc... charge you a couple of bucks to use their connection for an hour. There's a website where you could check to see what's available in your neck of the woods: http://www.wi-fihotspotlist.com/

bdld · 01-20-2004, 10:33 PM

starbucks info: http://www.starbucks.com/retail/wireless.asp

railz · 01-21-2004, 12:27 AM

Verizon are pouring $1 Billion into a nation-wide wireless network this year. They had a very sucessful trial in Washington D.C and California and hope to get the whole lot up and running over the next two years.

http://msnbc.msn.com/id/3909617/

Some McDonalds are giving away wireless access too. Check around and see who's doing what.

Apart from that, you can keep an eye out for Warchalk marked networks:

http://www.warchalking.org/

VideoJ · 01-21-2004, 02:54 AM

Get yourself an 802.11b or 802.11g PCMCIA card. g is faster, but network may not take advantage of extra speed. Newer laptops usualy have it built in.

Some hotels in Europe have wifi service, like the one I'm at now. T-Mobile is doing a lot in UK, Germany and Czech. There are serveral others as well. Only problem is it's not cheap

FabianC · 01-21-2004, 03:14 AM

D,

Any network/programming issues, hit me up .. I have have a staff that can help you out with anything .. u gold with us

http · 01-21-2004, 03:24 AM

there is an international list of wifi spots somewhere at intel.com

CabanaBoy · 01-21-2004, 11:03 AM

You might want to check out a Sprint PCS wireless PC Card.

http://www1.sprintpcs.com/explore/Ph...07470 7577141

Costs $170 to buy it, monthly plan rates vary depending on how much data you want to eat. I got unlimited for $80/mo with 12 month agreement. Not sure what current rates are, probably varies depending on where you live.

Speed is pretty good. In-between DSL and dialup. Service seems to be available everywhere. I had it in my car for a drive from Lincoln to Des Moines and it never lost the connection.

It works pretty slick. Once you install the softare, just pop the card in when you want to use it and you're on the net in a few seconds.

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railz Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 2,531	Verizon are pouring $1 Billion into a nation-wide wireless network this year. They had a very sucessful trial in Washington D.C and California and hope to get the whole lot up and running over the next two years. http://msnbc.msn.com/id/3909617/ Some McDonalds are giving away wireless access too. Check around and see who's doing what. Apart from that, you can keep an eye out for Warchalk marked networks: http://www.warchalking.org/ __________________ This Space for Rent

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WebTitan Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Western NY Posts: 5,114	get a card that is compatible for both the 802.11a and 802.11b (or whatever the numbers are). basicly one that will work with the 2.4 and 5.4 gig networks. i have a seperate card for each, so i have to play around to see what types are around, but you can avoid that if you have the dual card.

01-20-2004, 09:03 PM	#6
bdld $100,000 Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 11,452	yup just the card is needed

01-20-2004, 09:54 PM	#12
wyldblyss Confirmed User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: The Buck Starts Here Posts: 5,779	We have a couple computers in the office on another floor but usually I work on my laptop from the desk in the kitchen, wireless connection. It royally sucks some days and we haven't taken the time to figure out why. Drives me nuts!!!!

01-20-2004, 10:19 PM	#13
KobyBoy Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Purgatory Posts: 201	All you need is a Wireless card for your PC. There are two widespread standards right now 802.11b and 802.11g. 802.11b transfer data at 11Mb/s while 802.11g transfers data at 54Mb/s. To put all this into perspective your DSL connection is between 1 and 2 Mb/s. For websurfing, telecommuting, writting e-mail, etc... an 802.11b card will suffice (that's what I have). Once you have your wireless card installed in your laptop you have to look for a wireless access point in your vicinity. They have programs available on the 'Net that will do this for you. What you are looking for is Wireless access points that are available to the public. Here in New York City they have many publicly available places where you can go on-line and do your on-line business. You need to check where you live where you could get on-line. Usually Starbucks, McDonalds, etc... charge you a couple of bucks to use their connection for an hour. There's a website where you could check to see what's available in your neck of the woods: http://www.wi-fihotspotlist.com/

01-20-2004, 10:33 PM	#14
bdld $100,000 Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 11,452	starbucks info: http://www.starbucks.com/retail/wireless.asp

01-21-2004, 02:54 AM	#16
VideoJ Confirmed User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: S. Florida Posts: 750	Get yourself an 802.11b or 802.11g PCMCIA card. g is faster, but network may not take advantage of extra speed. Newer laptops usualy have it built in. Some hotels in Europe have wifi service, like the one I'm at now. T-Mobile is doing a lot in UK, Germany and Czech. There are serveral others as well. Only problem is it's not cheap __________________ Somebody stole my damn signture...

01-21-2004, 03:14 AM	#17
FabianC Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2001 Posts: 1,616	D, Any network/programming issues, hit me up .. I have have a staff that can help you out with anything .. u gold with us

01-21-2004, 03:24 AM	#18
http Confirmed User Join Date: Oct 2001 Posts: 1,811	there is an international list of wifi spots somewhere at intel.com

01-21-2004, 11:03 AM	#19
CabanaBoy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 59	You might want to check out a Sprint PCS wireless PC Card. http://www1.sprintpcs.com/explore/Ph...07470 7577141 Costs $170 to buy it, monthly plan rates vary depending on how much data you want to eat. I got unlimited for $80/mo with 12 month agreement. Not sure what current rates are, probably varies depending on where you live. Speed is pretty good. In-between DSL and dialup. Service seems to be available everywhere. I had it in my car for a drive from Lincoln to Des Moines and it never lost the connection. It works pretty slick. Once you install the softare, just pop the card in when you want to use it and you're on the net in a few seconds.