Will the BlackBerry 8330 work for me? How useful is wifi connectivity (which the 8330 doesn't have)? Is there a significant difference between this phone and the Motorola Q9c? [more inside]
posted on Oct 1, 2008 - 9 answers
I've replaced my wireless card, but my laptop still intermittently locks up. The problem occurs whether I'm running XP or Ubuntu, and disappears when I disable the wifi in bios. [more inside]
posted on Sep 28, 2008 - 7 answers
Netgear access point weirdness. Wireless roaming. OMG, why does the AP do this and as a result cause my internets connection to connect/disconnect frequently? [more inside]
posted on Sep 28, 2008 - 12 answers
Help extending a wireless network? I have a Time Capsule acting as my primary wifi base station. It's in the living room, attached to the only DSL line in the house. It has a great signal all over the house...except of course in my office, in the back room. Any good ideas how to extend the network back there? A few more details inside. [more inside]
posted on Sep 15, 2008 - 10 answers
I came home yesterday to find that we've now got internet in our house - great. The only problem is, though I'm able to get a perfect signal in the sitting room, which is where the wireless router is situated, if I go the five metres or so from there to my bedroom, the connection rapidly deteriorates to the point that I can't even open Metafilter.
I'm running a Macbook with a fully-udated version of Tiger, so what gives? [more inside]
posted on Sep 13, 2008 - 18 answers
My roommate and I both are pretty upset at the speed of the wired network on our college campus. We get faster wireless reception from the campus's library next door. Is there a way we could bond the two connections? [more inside]
posted on Sep 10, 2008 - 11 answers 
What is the best way to connect to two wireless networks simultaneously?
Best done with two seperate wireless cards with differently polarised aerials? Or can it be done with one card and clever software? [more inside]
posted on Sep 1, 2008 - 7 answers
Whenever I require a password on my wireless network it slows to a crawl. [more inside]
posted on Jul 15, 2008 - 12 answers
Is there an inexpensive device I can buy that will allow me to listen to my MP3 collection and internet radio in my kitchen? [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 21 answers
Should I worry about a WiFi access point owner spying on me? [more inside]
posted on Jun 19, 2008 - 18 answers
Home WiFi network security-filter. I set up my security using WPA and now my home computer won't connect to the network. Please talk to the moron in small words. [more inside]
posted on Jun 4, 2008 - 6 answers
How secure is my wireless network? [more inside]
posted on May 19, 2008 - 19 answers
What's a safe setting for transmit power in milliwatts for a Linksys WRT54G? It's default is 42- I'd like to bump it but not burn the router out. Max is 251.
posted on Apr 19, 2008 - 9 answers
I have a wireless router in my house. 150 metres away I have a shed where I want to be able to use the internet on my laptop. There are electricity outlets in the house and in the shed but not in between. How do I get the signal from the house to my shed? [more inside]
posted on Apr 1, 2008 - 14 answers
One iPhone. One Zoom X6 ADSL Wireless Router. My Wi-Fi connection to my iPhone keeps dropping in and out. My laptop and workstation do not have any problems with the router, only my iPhone. I have tried to 'Forget the Network', 'Renew the Lease', reset the router, turn off / on Wi-Fi on the iPhone, etc. Too no avail. If I watch the Wifi settings on the iPhone, I can see the ip settings get set, and then disappear, and then set, and disappear again. What is happening here, and how can I fix it?
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 2 answers
Using an iPod Touch wireless features when travelling in Europe - what is the general availability of free wireless connections/hotspots? Would one be able to get substantial use out of it for checking train schedules, finding telephone numbers, etc? [more inside]
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 14 answers
I cannot maintain a connection to my wireless network. I think it might have something to do with the EIGHTEEN other wireless networks available around me. What can I do? (And let's knock this one out early: I'm on a completely different channel from all the other networks). [more inside]
posted on Feb 19, 2008 - 11 answers
Acus eee + Wireless: I have recently bought an Asus eee, and I would like to pick up more free wifi from various locations Downtown Vancouver, Canada. Is there a way that I can boost the connection?
I seem to get a few signals, but they are usually weak and drop off soon. I do not want to get internet service as it is too expensive, too inconvenient, it is not portable or or I need CDs to install the services(The asus does not have a cd drive.)
I have not found good laptop signal boosters for wireless yet, does anyone have any recommendations?
posted on Jan 30, 2008 - 8 answers
How can I use the data connection for my Blackberry Curve on my iPod Touch? [more inside]
posted on Jan 23, 2008 - 7 answers
i live two floors above the wireless router, and my powerbook can't get a strong enough signal. what's the most cost-effective solution? [more inside]
posted on Jan 22, 2008 - 12 answers
How do I force WiFi to only work through VPN on company laptops? [more inside]
posted on Jan 14, 2008 - 4 answers
Looking for a cheap NAS enclosure (~$50) - interested in ximeta netdisk, but I'd rather go with something that doesn't require a software install. For $100ish I could build a cheap VIA C3/C7 server, but a simple HD enclosure would be better. I'm planning to run it off a WRT54g, and have heard that ximeta's get slow wifi performance - could I watch videos over the connection (300mb/hr divx), or would I be restricted to backup and music? If so, what's the cheapest NAS enclosure that isn't a POS that can manage mp3's over wifi?
Something that could do bittorrent would be great, but they seem much more costly.
Most important, I want a NAS that will spin down when not in use so it doesn't kill my non-enterprise HD.
posted on Jan 3, 2008 - 7 answers
Is it possible to connect two macs via ethernet (to share files back and forth on their wired LAN), but both be connected to the internet wirelessly at the same time using airport? (an airport extreme is connected to DSL on the lower level of the apartment). If so, how? [more inside]
posted on Dec 8, 2007 - 19 answers
Can I get a wired (ethernet) connection off a wireless network? [more inside]
posted on Dec 2, 2007 - 13 answers
What's the best hardware for a wireless internet system for 20-30 people? [more inside]
posted on Nov 11, 2007 - 7 answers
WifiQ: Why does my laptop disconnect from my WAP? [more inside]
posted on Oct 27, 2007 - 7 answers
Why does my laptop's wireless network fail to work after resuming from standby, requiring a reboot? [more inside]
posted on Oct 26, 2007 - 12 answers
SignalFilter: Help a struggling network engineer understand the basics of RF transmission. [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2007 - 5 answers
If I buy an Airport Extreme Base Station in the US, will it work in the UK? [more inside]
posted on Sep 6, 2007 - 5 answers
Apple Airport wireless printing problem: I am able to print wireless from my MacBook to our printer (via our Airport). My girlfriend, on the other hand, cannot. She has XP. [more inside]
posted on Sep 3, 2007 - 8 answers
Has anyone here used Earthlink's Feather WiFi service? Especially in Philadelphia? [more inside]
posted on Aug 31, 2007 - 5 answers
So I thought I knew computers... but this network is killing me. I can connect, full strength, etc. But I can't actually connect to the internet. My IP is 192.168.10.32. Using an 850G (motorola) WAP, Cox SurfBoard modem. Other computers (this one, which is 192.168.10.28, connect fine, it seems. [more inside]
posted on Aug 27, 2007 - 13 answers
How do I stop my laptops internal Wifi card from disconnecting? [more inside]
posted on Aug 24, 2007 - 7 answers
Is there any way to emulate a print server? [more inside]
posted on Aug 18, 2007 - 17 answers
I'm Looking to do some fairly custom wireless setups in my area and I have no idea of a place that would supply everything I need for cheap. I live in Canada so this location needs to ship to Canada preferably located in Canada.
Basically I need:
-Really Low loss cable for wifi 802.11. (i have heard LMR-400 is good for 10foot lengths or so)
-RP-TNC connectors
-MC-card connectors
-N-male connectors
-N-female Chasis mounts
In total im hoping to result in about 4-6 cables.
I'm really hoping for a one stop shop but if i have to order from more than one place to get this cheaper thats fine too. [more inside]
posted on Aug 16, 2007 - 3 answers
Practically, what are the chances of my communications being sniffed over GSM? [more inside]
posted on Aug 1, 2007 - 4 answers
What's a good alternative to Network Stumbler that supports Vista? [more inside]
posted on Jul 7, 2007 - 6 answers
Suddenly, my laptop and wireless network aren't playing well together. [more inside]
posted on Jun 13, 2007 - 6 answers
OSX wifi: Why would I not use 'Interference Robustness'? [more inside]
posted on May 31, 2007 - 5 answers
How can I get my Wii online via my Airport Extreme? [more inside]
posted on May 24, 2007 - 12 answers
Apple airport extreme--works fine with wifi macbook, but hardwired PC always needs to "reconnect" [more inside]
posted on May 23, 2007 - 6 answers
Is there any reason I wouldn't be able to plug two Linksys WRT54G WiFi devices into a Linksys BEFSR81 LAN router? Will the WRT54G's play nice or will they fight with one another, requiring configuration to be done? SSIDs will be different of course.
posted on May 13, 2007 - 14 answers
Why won't my laptop connect to my wi-fi? :-( [more inside]
posted on Mar 18, 2007 - 21 answers
Can WiFi packets be snooped when WEP is off but the access point is set to filter MAC addresses? [more inside]
posted on Mar 9, 2007 - 15 answers
Starting in a few weeks I will be doing a lot of travelling with my laptop. Help me choose a wifi provider for airports and possibly other locations. [more inside]
posted on Feb 13, 2007 - 19 answers
Why has my laptop started turning off its wireless radio randomly? [more inside]
posted on Feb 5, 2007 - 9 answers
Which PCI wireless networking adapters have the best (meaning fastest and most lightweight) drivers and software for Windows 2000? [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2007 - 4 answers
I have two Windows XP boxes with their own separate DSL connections, and one wireless router. I'm having trouble connecting these two machines with a wireless connection. [more inside]
posted on Jan 28, 2007 - 8 answers
PC laptop wireless issues: Can’t connect to my secure in-house wireless network. Any smart people able to help? [more inside]
posted on Jan 21, 2007 - 13 answers
Hooking up wi-fi with DSL. [more inside]
posted on Jan 16, 2007 - 8 answers
I have an old laptop and want wireless on it. [more inside]
posted on Jan 10, 2007 - 5 answers
WIFI-Filter: My brother and I would like to build a wireless network between our two homes to create a secure network, but we have no idea about radio antennas, signal strength, line-of-sight, etc. [more inside]
posted on Dec 30, 2006 - 13 answers
Best way to get long range access to hotspots? [more inside]
posted on Dec 6, 2006 - 13 answers
Any advice on how to set up a wifi hotspot in my local cafe? [more inside]
posted on Oct 31, 2006 - 18 answers
Are there any wireless routers on the market that have security enabled by default? [more inside]
posted on Oct 24, 2006 - 8 answers
I was in a public location last weekend with a wi-fi enabled laptop (windows xp). Someone, with another laptop, was broadcasting a session id with the name "Free Wireless Internet." Without really thinking about what I was doing, I connected to this machine for a duration of approx 5 minutes thinking that I would get free internet. There was in fact no internet access. The next time I checked my computer for certain files, I noticed that a bunch of data was missing. Is it possible to do wi-fi computer to computer hacks? In just 5 minutes? [more inside]
posted on Oct 22, 2006 - 28 answers
Why won't my Powerbook recognize a wireless network? [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2006 - 13 answers
What USB WiFi adapters have support for 802.11b and Cisco's LEAP protocol? [more inside]
posted on Sep 7, 2006 - 4 answers
How do I share wifi and maintain a secure personal wireless network at the same time? [more inside]
posted on Aug 23, 2006 - 8 answers
Why are my wireless routers flakey? I have a Comcast cable modem, which I use with a wireless router to create both wired and wireless networks. I have tried 3 (!) different wireless (802.11b/g, WEP) routers (Belkin F5D7230-4, Netgear WGR614, Apple Airport Extreme). In each case, the wired connection has been stable, but the wireless signal periodically disappears without warning. It's not just an interference issue, because power-cycling the router fixes it immediately.
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posted on Aug 18, 2006 - 15 answers
I just moved to San Francisco and I am looking for good places to work that have either free WiFi or cheap WiFi. [more inside]
posted on Aug 15, 2006 - 12 answers
I'm trying to set up a wireless network for my neighborhood, maybe 10 houses on my block (across the street and adjacent to us). Basic setup would be that I have the wired DSL internet connection and I share it over 802.11b/g. I've looked into omni-directional 2.4ghz antennas, but I'm not sure how sensitive it would need to be, nor do I know if the clients are going to need directional antennas. What's the best way to go about doing this? [more inside]
posted on Aug 12, 2006 - 10 answers
Looking for some tips on how to extend a wireless network in a rural area. Computer savvy but getting lost in the technicalities of repeaters and access points and tin cans.
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posted on Aug 10, 2006 - 9 answers
I need to replace the wireless router I bought for my Dad a couple of years ago (which has died) and was looking for some recommendations. Signal strength/range is a major issue due to the fact the house has some pretty thick walls and is fairly large. [more inside]
posted on Aug 9, 2006 - 7 answers
Yesterday my wireless connection to my home network on my Windows XP laptop kept dropping and I had to reconnect. Since then, wireless networks kept randomly disappearing from my list, and now mine plus all the neighbors' networks except one are gone and no amount of refreshing or restarting brings them back. I can still connect to the Internet through a wired connection. How can I get back my wireless functionality?
posted on Jul 28, 2006 - 12 answers
I want to plug a WPA-enabled Netgear WGR614 POS-edition (that I hate) into a WEP-using Linksys WRT54G (that I love). It doesn't work, and I'm about ready to inentionally brick the Netgear just out of spite. [more inside]
posted on Jul 13, 2006 - 17 answers
Can I connect to my wireless internet? I live in an apartment with wireless DSL already set up and used by a mac, but I started trying to use my Windows machine with it, and it's not working. [more inside]
posted on May 26, 2006 - 8 answers
Today I saw a Slim Devices SqueezeBox 3. Just read a review at NYT. Looks pretty neat. That said, I have zero interest or use for the radio/pandora aspect of it. However, the other features may make it worth the price tag. But, before I shell out... what are my other alternatives? (On OS X) [more inside]
posted on Apr 13, 2006 - 20 answers
I have a Linksys WRT54GC router, and I can't get it to work on my iMac. [more inside]
posted on Apr 3, 2006 - 17 answers
My D-link wireless router keeps resetting... sometimes as much as once a minute. What's going on? [more inside]
posted on Feb 26, 2006 - 4 answers
Wi-fi for small businesses 101. What is the best solution for providing our cafe customers wi-fi? [more inside]
posted on Feb 8, 2006 - 24 answers
Nintendo DS wifi questions... [more inside]
posted on Jan 15, 2006 - 12 answers
Wi-Fi for dummies: I have a brand-new AirPort Express. My iBook already has an AirPort card, and I'm about to set up a reasonably secure wireless connection at home (I have an iBook, OSX, and a Windows 2000 IBM laptop). Online resources are either pretty dry and technical (as I said, I'm not really a computer person) and some advice seems, frankly, a bit confusing. Can you point me to a good online tutorial for setting up the network? Thanks and happy holidays.
posted on Dec 22, 2005 - 10 answers
I owe a great debt of gratitude to all the noobs in my neighbourhood who keep open, unsecured wireless networks. It's because of them that we can blog from the laundromat, blog from the waterfront park, blog from... well, you get the idea. How can I make my network 'open' to others without compromising the security of my computers? [more inside]
posted on Nov 21, 2005 - 35 answers
In an effort to segregate the 802.11g devices from the 802.11b devices on my wireless network, I've added an additional wireless router to the mix, set to accept only connections from b clients. However it's not working as well as I had hoped - dropped connections, rebuffering of streaming media, etc. [more inside]
posted on Oct 27, 2005 - 7 answers
Is there a way to tell a Powerbook with airport to connect only to Access Points like Windows XP? [more inside]
posted on Oct 21, 2005 - 3 answers
Wi-Fi help? Failing that, Firefox help? Why is my wireless internet card having trouble connecting to the router? [more inside]
posted on Oct 20, 2005 - 5 answers
Another for WIFIfilter: I just inherited a G4 powerbook from a friend. I updated the AirSoft software and can successfully connect to every wireless network I try--except the one in my apartment. [more inside]
posted on Sep 29, 2005 - 5 answers
Is there a nationwide (where nation = United States) service which provides wireless Internet coverage? [more inside]
posted on Sep 28, 2005 - 11 answers
Wifilter: Wired + Wireless network architecture: How can I protect my wired machines, but still access them from my wireless devices? [more inside]
posted on Sep 22, 2005 - 1 answers
I'm looking for a wardriving map of downtown Toronto that was posted online a year or two ago. It had wireless networks marked in three colours: encrypted, unencrypted, and out-of-the-box. I had a copy on my hard drive, but I think I've lost it. Does anyone know where I can find it?
posted on Sep 21, 2005 - 4 answers
I want to use my new Onkyo NC-500 digital audio receiver, but I don't want to run a cord. Can I use a WET11 wireless ethernet bridge with my existing Linksys WRT54G router (that connects to my XP Pro PC where my music collection is hosted) to make the whole thing work? [more inside]
posted on Jul 6, 2005 - 1 answers
Using two different Netgear WiFi adapters under Windows XP, we can connect to our home network, but can't ping any domains or see any websites (though we can under Knoppix). [more inside]
posted on Jun 15, 2005 - 27 answers
In June I attend a conference on the Boston University campus. It looks like the BU network will be closed to attendees who are not BU students. Do you know of wifi access close to the BU campus? [more inside]
posted on May 18, 2005 - 5 answers
Is my laptop (win xp) using the wifi or ethernet cable connection when I plug it back into the docking station after having worked wirelessly? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2005 - 3 answers
My sister lives in a small town in NH that started offering free wireless access in the center of town. I'd like for her to be able to connect to the internet from her house, which is about .5 miles away from the antenna but with tall buildings (church steeples) in between. She has a desktop, her husband has a Centrino-equipped laptop, and I visit with a 802.11-able laptop. My brother-and-law and I are thinking of building a cantenna or the like and mounting it on the roof . But what do we attach the antenna to? All the routers/"access points" I've looked at so far assume a cable (ethernet) connection as input signal which is then output as wireless or ethernet or both. But we want to both receive and dispense wireless. I know there are "repeaters" that can do this but all the affordable ones I've studied only output using proprietary protocols, not 802.11(g), which would require buying proprietary equipment for all the computers in question. Any inexpensive solutions?
posted on Apr 17, 2005 - 8 answers
How do I convince my Mac to ignore all the wireless networks around it that aren't my own? [more inside]
posted on Apr 10, 2005 - 6 answers
As seen here, there are a fair number of alternative firmwares for the popular Linksys WRT54G line of WiFi access points. I'm curious which ones are considered mature and worth investigating? Obviously Sveasoft's offering, but what else should I be testing?
posted on Apr 6, 2005 - 6 answers
I need some information on a WLAN card problem, if anyone can help. [more inside]
posted on Mar 23, 2005 - 3 answers
Is there a way to amplify a weak wifi signal? [more inside]
posted on Mar 10, 2005 - 16 answers
I'm looking for a good Windows XP WiFi connection helper. The default Windows and NetGear ones are a bit crap. [mi]
posted on Feb 3, 2005 - 7 answers
Wi-fi woes. My XP laptop connects to the Web on my open home network, but I've had problems connecting to other open networks elsewhere. [MORE INSIDE]
posted on Jan 8, 2005 - 2 answers
One of the things I like most about my iBook is that the wireless adapter is internal and doesn't protrude from the system. Does anyone know of a PCMCIA 802.11b (or g) WiFi adapter for a PC laptop that doesn't protrude beyond the PC card slot?
posted on Dec 12, 2004 - 11 answers
I'd like a wireless network adapter that's supported by Linux 2.4 or 2.6 kernels with a minimum of hassle. I'd prefer a USB network adapter; a USB key would be ideal, but I don't know what sort of reception they get. A PCI card is acceptable as well, though less preferable. Any suggestions?
posted on Nov 15, 2004 - 1 answers
I have an acquaintance who wants to put an wireless router in her mobile home (aluminum skinned trailer, just so there's no confusion) and access it from her Mother's trailer across the street. It's only about 50' but there's a narrow street in between so a long Cat5 won't work.
A mutual acquaintance is saying that this just won't work because the aluminum skins of the two trailers will suck up all those lovely radio waves.
Anyone have experience with WiFi in this type of situation (mobile home, RV, etc) and what kind of signal she's going to get. Are we going to need repeaters in the windows to get this to work at all or will a 802.11g router and a good card in the laptop going to get a decent signal.
Please, no trailer jokes. These are small-town folks, they have a good life but not a lot of money.
posted on Nov 12, 2004 - 16 answers
Wireless Mooching? Dishonest? Dangerous? Or what? [more inside]
posted on Oct 25, 2004 - 29 answers
SOHOFilter: I've recently got a second (VoIP) line into my home office and I'd like to be able to use both that line and my landline throughout the apartment. So, I am guessing I need a two-line cordless phone; trouble is I can't find one that is not 2.4GHz (bad for WiFi). A nice DECT phone would be preferrable, but I'd live w/ something plainer. Any pointers? Or is there a way to merge the two lines somehow and only use one phone set with both of them?
posted on Sep 29, 2004 - 7 answers
I'm confused by the wifi card possibilities for an Apple iBook set up to run Yellow Dog. I was thinking of installing that particular open source OS, but then realized I'd lose my Airport Extreme support. Isn't the Airport the only card supported by the iBook hardware, or is there some way to finagle YD to run a third party wi card?
posted on Sep 15, 2004 - 5 answers
Someone I know is moving to a tiny rural town in Southern Oregon, which has a population of about 700 people and no broadband. The nearest broadband is in Roseburg, located 17 miles away.
The property they will be on has a hill, which might make it possible to use some kind of tranceiver on an antenna and establish a connection with someone over in Roseburg -- either Qwest, the local phone service, or the Douglas FastNet, which is interested in bringing broadband to rural Oregon. Alternately, there are satellite services, such as Starband or DirecWay which does this kind of thing too.
Do any of you have any thoughts on the best (or most cost-effective) solution available for broadband in such a situation? Also, we are interested in knowing how to go about creating a wireless network / coop / small ISP that would service the local region. Any ideas on how to get the bandwidth, what kind of equipment we'd want to use, how to wire the town, and how to reduce latency?
posted on Aug 1, 2004 - 2 answers
Wifi networking question. My brother lives 1 mile away, nearly direct line of sight as I am up on a hill. I can get DSL, but his house cannot. Is there a cheap-ish way to get hi-speed into my house and create a secure wifi network to span to his house as well? (MI)
posted on Jun 24, 2004 - 12 answers
Secure WiFi: given one's ability to find free wifi access in any reasonable downtown core, how does one go about using said access securely?
posted on Jun 10, 2004 - 13 answers
Are there external wifi-receiver devices I can plug into an iPod? If so, can you please direct me to some choices?
posted on Jun 1, 2004 - 8 answers
Wireless network question. I just moved into a hotel with a 802.11b wireless network for internet access and am having problems maintaining my connection. [Inside, there is more!]
posted on Apr 12, 2004 - 6 answers
I have put a wireless card in my old ibm laptop. now the cursor jumps up the screen every time the transfer light blinks. this makes internet navigation rather difficult. [more]
posted on Jan 15, 2004 - 9 answers
