Get help, advice and information on all your Computers and Technology issues. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/wireless.htm Mon, 04 Aug 2008 02:49:05 GMT en Most people in the UK who use the Internet do so via a broadband connection and router that is directly connected by a wire to their PC or laptop. Of course this is perfectly acceptable, but what advantages could going wireless bring and how do you go about this? Well lets start by explaining what wireless means. Well pretty obviously it means that hardware devices, such as your PC and the router that connects you to the internet, transmit information between each other without the need for a wire; instead they use radio signals. Providing your devices are within the hot spot (or in range as we used to refer to it) then they can happily talk to each other as if theres a wire between them. As wireless devices use radio waves, then just as your radio signal varies depending on where you are, so does your device signal. This means that they tend to only work up to about 100 metres (still quite a distance) and numerous thick walls between the two devices may also cause problems. However, this mea ns that most devices will work happily in and around most modern houses without a problem. The first thing to consider is what type of network to use. The current flavours of wireless network are unhelpfully denoted by the numbers 802.11 followed by the letter b, g or n as follows: b This is the oldest and slowest and has a bandwidth of up to 11 Mbps and a fairly short range g Currently the most common and is faster at up to 54 Mbps with a greater range n Is the latest and has a bandwidth of up to 200 Mbps and an even broader coverage. Dont worry too much about the terminology; all you really need to know is that the greater the bandwidth, the faster the connection! This means that if you want to download huge files (such as films) whilst lounging in bed or sitting in the garden then the faster the better. However, it is worth noting that the speed reduces as the signal weakens so a category b network with a strong signal may actually be faster than a category n with a weak signal. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/90814_Essential_Guide_To_Going_Wireless_In_Your_Home.html Tue, 15 Jul 2008 05:04:45 GMT Wireless networks, often abbreviated to Wi-Fi, allow PCs, laptops and other devices to talk to each other using a short-range radio signal. However, to make a secure wireless network you will have to make some changes to the way it works once its switched on. The signal of any short-range radio transmission can be picked up by any device in range that is tuned to the same frequency. This means that anyone with a wireless PC or laptop in range of your wireless network may be able to connect to it unless you take precautions. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/82877_7_Steps_To_A_Secure_Wireless_Network.html Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:04:01 GMT VoIP phone service has taken over the telecommunication world by storm! This is inexpensive and has a lot of features that are comparable to the PSTN (landlines); it is the best thing for individual users, small businesses and large businesses. Are you tired of paying huge phone bills for long distance calls and international calls? Do you own a small business and want a low cost phone service? VoIP phone service is for YOU! You can go wireless with a VoIP phone. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/78395_Wireless_Voip_7_Easy_Steps_For_Switching_To_Voip_Phone_Service_And_Going_Wireless.html Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:45:47 GMT When you look at the iphone, its hard to argue with the notion that its really ahead of all the other smartphones when it comes to style, functionality and looks. Yes, the iphone is in a category all by itself and therefore youve also got to find a great looking Bluetooth headset that compliments your phone perfectly. When it comes to buying Bluetooth accessories for the iphone, a quality headset is essential to how well youll be able to enjoy using your new smartphone. Fortunately, there are several top-notch wireless headsets that will fit your needs. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/75793_Bluetooth_Iphone_Accessories_Bluetooth_Iphone_Wireless_Headset_Review.html Sun, 27 Jan 2008 15:20:30 GMT The online and wireless features offered through billion-dollar corporations may seem like little rewards that will make life a lot easier for millions. People love to select features for the cellular telephone because these little additions seem to personalize the little piece of electronic machinery. The online and wireless features will in fact, complicate life more than the small benefits the consumer gets by relieving the strain by using these small and insignificant entertainment features. The cost of installing ringtones into a cellular telephone might surprise some users when the first bill arrives. These online and wireless features are at times, only bits and pieces of songs that can also be heard in their entirety on the local radio stations. The disenchantment for ringtones will begin when the customer realizes that every ringtone will increase the bill by .150 or more. The customer will also be charged for airtime used to download the ringtone to the cellular phone. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/73304_Online_And_Wireless_Features.html Tue, 01 Jan 2008 23:45:20 GMT Wireless security cameras offer the flexibility that wired cameras do not provide. These are easy to install and uninstall. Whats more, these can be hidden effectively to lull intruders and nosy neighbors to carelessness. So catch them on camera. Living Next Door to Impossible People http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/69294_Wireless_Security_Cameras_Can_Catch_Your_Idiot_Neighbor_In_The_Act.html Fri, 23 Nov 2007 05:44:41 GMT Wireless cameras provide flexibility and better options for your security needs. These offer versatility and maximum performance all year round. To get full satisfaction from these surveillance gadgets, know how these work and how to install them. Here are some useful tips to get you going. Versatility plus http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/69149_Wireless_Cameras_Versatility_And_Security.html Thu, 22 Nov 2007 12:19:15 GMT Depending on the size and style of the home, alarm systems can be easily installed using the old type of wired security devices. However, some homes use a wireless home security alarm system to make installation quick and easy. Installation of a wired system requires drilling and pulling wires through walls or into basement and attic areas, which can be time consuming and dirty work. Typically, this type of system is left to the professional while a wireless home security alarm system can be done by the homeowner with little effort. Additionally, the components of a wireless home security alarm system can be easily moved around the home to provide protection where it is needed. Adding on to this type of system is also easy, however every receiver has limitations on the number of devices it can handle and staying under the maximum acceptable number of devices will insure the system functions properly. Every device connected to a wireless home security alarm system has a built in transmitter, which sends a wireless signal to the receiver. Most of the less expensive systems will simply sound the alarm when a device is activated. The more costly ones will not only sound the alarm, but also indicate which device caused it to activate. This is especially helpful when troubleshooting a false alarm or in figuring out in which room there is potential danger. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/65432_Wireless_Home_Security_Alarm_System.html Fri, 19 Oct 2007 21:28:14 GMT Buying a new wireless cell phone is a fun experience and something that you should enjoy. Having said that, its important that you are happy with the phone that you finally decide to purchase because your cell phone goes everywhere with you. In this article, Im going to give you 3 tips for choosing the best cellular phone, hopefully it will come in handy as youre shopping for your next handset! There are 3 basic things that you need to research before purchasing wireless cell phones. The reputation of the manufacturer, the features offered by the different models youre considering, and last but not least... price. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/63539_Wireless_Cell_Phones_Guide_-_3_Tips_For_Choosing_The_Best_Wireless_Phone.html Thu, 04 Oct 2007 07:18:15 GMT Ill be honest (and please dont laugh) -- my absolute favorite thing to do is go shopping for a new cell phone. I know, what a geek huh? For me, it just doesnt get any better than the day when a new cellular phone is needed. I have a real weakness for shiny things and I could probably spend all day in the AT&T Wireless store. So, now that you know a little about me and how I like to roll, Im going to share a few tips with you that I personally use to make sure I end up with the best AT&T Wireless phone possible. Its not every day that you buy a new cell phone, and its something that you should put a little effort into because it goes with you everywhere. Hopefully this brief article will help you on your next hunt for the perfect cell phone. http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/63533_Att_Wireless_Phones_-_How_To_Choose_The_Best_Att_Wireless_Cell_Phone.html Sat, 06 Oct 2007 11:04:58 GMT Shopping around for a new wireless phone plan and confused by all of the choices available? Well, youre not alone. Choosing a cellular phone plan has become a daunting task due to the fact that there are not only a million choices, but cell phone carriers are making it more difficult with tricky and confusing plan restrictions. In this article, Im going to go over some really easy steps that you can follow to compare wireless phone plans so that you make the best choice possible. Hopefully by the time youre done reading this, youll be armed with the knowledge necessary to run out and stick it to the man! http://advice-and.info/Computers-and-Technology/62631_Wireless_Phone_Plans_-_How_To_Compare_Wireless_Phone_Plans.html Fri, 28 Sep 2007 16:03:48 GMT