Wi-fi or wireless internet access has become very popular lately. And it's clear why. It’s very convenient. You can travel on the global network both at home and outside the apartment. But it often happens that it is not entirely clear how exactly you need to connect to a wi-fi access point. Let's try to understand this problem.
It is necessary
a computer with a wireless network adapter, - a wi-fi access point
Instructions
Step 1
You need to know that all access points are divided into public and private. Internet connection services through the first option of points are provided free of charge or for money, depending on the place where you came with a laptop. Private ones are used mainly at home to connect several personal computers to the network at once.
Step 2
Public wi-fi can be found in cafes, bars, airports, hotels and other crowded places. Whether services are provided there free of charge or not, you can ask the administrator. If you don't have to pay anything, then just turn on the adapter built into the laptop. It is usually located above the keyboard, next to the main computer on / off button.
Step 3
If, nevertheless, you need to pay a symbolic price for the connection, then after you enter it, you should be given a login and password for access, which must be entered after the adapter finds the wireless network.
Step 4
If you have a wired Internet connection at home, and you want to use wi-fi to catch it on other computers, then first you need to buy a router (access point) and a USB adapter for a stationary computer (if the wired Internet is connected to one) at any computer store. Then set up a wireless network between computers. To do this, on your own and on all others, you also need to enable adapters. And then follow the instructions of the "Setup Wizard".
Step 5
After the connection is established, the network itself will appear in the list of possible options. You just need to make it your favorite by checking the corresponding box next to it. The laptop will now automatically connect to it upon login.
Step 6
To avoid unauthorized use of your Internet connection by other wi-fi users, experts recommend creating a password. And give it to everyone you really want to see on your wireless network.
