Wireless Networking - Choosing a wireless network card

When choosing a wireless network card for a laptop computer you have 3 options, ranging from the cheapest option (but with the slowest speed and range) to the most expensive option (with the fastest operating speed and the furthest coverage).

The term wireless networking refers to technology that enables two or more computers to communicate, but without network cabling. This could be to communicate with each other, or share one internet access point between multiple computers. The general term used to describe this is wireless LANs. This technology has produced a number of affordable wireless solutions that are growing in popularity with schools and businesses as it removes the need to install physical wiring to network the computers.

Wireless Routers

If you are looking to extend your wireless network then the Netgear WNR3500 is an excellent choice.

Simply plug the WNR3500 into your existing router using a network cable and the WNR3500 will give out a strong wireless signal.