From Leo's mailbag:
> From: A Computer User
> Sent: August 14, 2005
> To: Ask Leo!
> Subject: How do I go wireless?
>
> Leo,
> i have 3 desktops and a laptop. i have cable internet running
> thru a hub now i want to make my laptop wireless what do i
> need.also which one is safer wireless or wired . thank you
I'd replace the hub with a wireless router. You may, or may not
need the routing functionality, but it can be turned off if you
don't need it.
Safety depends on what you mean by "safe", or what you're afraid
of. Wireless can, if configured improperly, be easily sniffed or
"listened to", or also easily hijacked so someone near by could
use your internet connection without your knowledge. If configured
properly (mostly by turning on WEP), you can bypass most of that.
Wired is almost always safer, but if wireless is done properly,
it's not a big difference.
This article's a good start:
http://ask-leo.com/how_should_i_set_up_my_home_network.html
Thanks for asking!
Leo
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