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    OK guys...really need some assistance here...

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Kasei21, May 5, 2004.

  1. Kasei21

    Kasei21 Newbie

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    OK, so I have a 9100 on the way and since purchase we have decided to convert from dial-up to wireless high speed internet. When I ordered the laptop I decided to purchase the Dell Wireless 1350 (802.11 b/g). My question is what is the difference between the b/g card and the a/b/g card and how will it affect my laptop's performance? Note: I am not an avid gaming fan if that sways any of your opinions on performance. Thanks guys!
     
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    srdhkl Notebook Evangelist NBR Reviewer

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    You should be just fine with the 1350. b and g are the most common formats used in wireless today. The b standard as a maximum speed of 11 MBPS, g with a maximus of 54 MBPS.

    The a standard is harder to find and uses a frequency of 5 ghz (compared to 2.4 used in the b/g). It also has a speed of 54 MBPS.

    Since b/g is the most common standard used, you will be just fine with the 1350.
     
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    Many thanks!
     
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    I've just learned that lesson recently from these guys, actually.

    The decision to get the b/g was the right one. From what I understand, 'a' is backwards compatible with b/g, and you won't notice the speed difference unless the connection to the wireless router is extremely fast.

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