About Computer Networking: 802.11.b Access Points Alive and Well

Computer Networking In the Spotlight | More Topics |   from Bradley Mitchell Last week, I stayed at a business-class hotel in a supposedly "high tech" city whose free Wi-Fi was running on 802.11b access points. To be fair, the service worked fine at that speed and was free. I had just never expected to see 802.11b on business any more.   In the Spotlight Top Wireless Game Adapters Only certain types of network adapters work with video game consoles. These 802.11g Wi-Fi adapters allow you to connect a console to a wireless home network for online gaming.              More Topics What Is 802.11b? Are 802.11b and 802.11g Compatible? What Is a Wireless Access Point? The Best and Worst Wi-Fi Hotels 2009 What Are DNS Servers? Client/Server Networking Wireless / Networking Message Board DISCUSS: Choosing a Wired Broadband Router "I have never had a router before. I am running a standalone computer with a cable modem to connect to the Internet. I have no reason to ever be part of a network, I have no desire to have more than one computer in my home. I have no desire to set up a wireless router. I have an old Dell Dimension 8200 (2001 model) and I would just like to make my computer more secure with a wired router. Any suggestions?"   Windows Connectivity Errors When attempting to set up or make network connections on a Windows computer, you may encounter a Limited Or No Connectivity error message. This error can result from several different technical glitches or configuration problems. Follow these steps to resolve Limited Or No Connectivity errors in Windows.     Sponsored Links   Get Ready for Halloween Pumpkin Photos These scary-good jack-o-lanterns include everything from Homer Simpson to the Cat in the Hat to a pumpkin decked out like a hamburger. Check out the photos or submit your own! Wireless / Networking Ads Free Wi Fi Wireless Networks High Speed Wireless Hotspot Setup Mesh WiFi Advertisement     Visit Related About GuideSites: Cell Phones Internet / Network Security Internet for Beginners Mobile Office Technology Focus on Windows   Search About      Sign up for more free newsletters on favorite topics. You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Computer Networking newsletter as networking.world@GMAIL.COM. If you wish to change or remove your email address, please visit: http://www.about.com/nl/usgs.htm?nl=compnetworking&e=networking.world@GMAIL.COM About respects your privacy. Our Privacy Policy. Our Contact Information. 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2008 About, Inc.