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    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Andretti, Aug 5, 2007.

  1. Andretti

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    How do i surf the internet if i have a notebook with built in wireless? I have time warner cable at home, so i plugged my desk top modem on to my note book but i still can't get on-line
     
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    knp Notebook Evangelist

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    You can run wireless if you have a wireless router. If you plug an ethernet cable from your modem to your notebook, then that is a wired connection. I'm not sure what you mean by your "desktop modem" though.
     
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    You will need a wireless modem (at your home) or find a site (buisness) that provides a wireless access point, such as Starbucks or other local coffee houses.

    Do you mean, you plugged in a ethernet cable from your cable modem to your laptop?
     
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    Yes, i plugged in an Ethernet cable from my cable modem to my laptop. Thanks for the correction
     
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    Yes, i plugged in an Ethernet cable from my cable modem to my laptop. Thanks for the correction
     
    Andretti, Aug 5, 2007
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