Need INput and Feedback ON new Macbook and Wireless-NESS
greetings all My sister just bought a macbook brand new from best buy...
she has SBC Global high SPEED DSL at home, via a ethernet modem....connected to her PC..
Macbook's are wireless capable..
so how can we make this happen?
1. what does she need to get Wifi access on her macbook? what do I need routers, Hubs, switches or what?
2. if additional H/W needed, can you make recommendations on makes, models and pricing?
3. Is there such a thing where your ISP gives you a modem that is wireless capable? if so how can I get one..
THANK YOU KINDLY YALL
oNe
You need a wireless router. Some ISPs will provide them to you, but some of the provided hardware really stinks. You can consider several manufacturers. Linksys is good, Apple AirPort Extreme decent and much easier to configure. Get an "N" speed router with a built in gigabit switch.
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