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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

PennyPlus
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which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

I am happy with my ethernet connection, but occasionally I would like to switch wifi on.  Which is the cheapest product that will do this?

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AlvaroIsaac
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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

The cheapest way is FREE!  I did some research for you and found a nice how-to for turning your computer into a wireless hotspot.

 

How to Turn Your Windows PC Into a Wi-Fi Hotspot

 

Let me know if this helps.

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TheEther
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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

Assuming that all you have is a pure modem, then what you need is a Wi-Fi router (link).

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AlvaroIsaac
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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

To best answer this question, it would help to know more information regarding your ethernet modem.  For example, if it is a simple modem, then you need a router.  But if it is a combination modem router, then you can simply add a wireless access point. You could also use a USB Wifi adapter in a host computer to set up shared Wifi, but this is more complicated.

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PennyPlus
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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

I have entered the model of the router I have got above.  Can you recommend a USB wifi adapter that I can plug in to my computer?  You say it is complicated.  How can I find out how to do this?

Thanks for your time

Model: DG834|ADSL Firewall Gateway
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AlvaroIsaac
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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

The cheapest way is FREE!  I did some research for you and found a nice how-to for turning your computer into a wireless hotspot.

 

How to Turn Your Windows PC Into a Wi-Fi Hotspot

 

Let me know if this helps.

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PennyPlus
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Re: which product do I need to add optional wifi to an ethernet modem?

Thanks, this was really useful.  I went online and researched connectify for mac and found this link

http://apple.stackexchange.com/questions/38507/is-there-an-application-like-connectify-for-mac-os-x-...

It turns out I can already turn my computer into a wifi hotspot!

all the best,

Penny

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