by wolftech | Feb 5, 2014 | Wireless Networking
We are working on that. Check NC State website for access areas available now, and note that there is a multi-year schedule to roll out wireless networking on our campus. The plan is to deploy it in a way that can be easily maintained and offer all of us good...
by wolftech | Feb 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
When you install your wireless card, use the default network settings. This enables DHCP, which allows the network to assign things to your computer for you, like your network address. After installation, if you are near a wireless access point, the card should...
by wolftech | Feb 5, 2014 | Uncategorized
There are a lot of different brands and we won’t tell you which one to buy, but we have had good experiences with Orinoco 802.11b wireless cards (also known as Wavelan or Lucent). Other brands will work as well. As with many things, it’s always best to go...
by wolftech | Feb 5, 2014 | Wireless Networking
If you have a PC laptop, you will need to get a PCMCIA wireless networking card. If you have a newer Macintosh laptop, you should consider an Apple Airport card, which installs inside your computer. If you have a PocketPC handheld, and you have a Compact Flash slot in...
by wolftech | Feb 5, 2014 | Wireless Networking
You can do just about anything that you can do with a wired network connection. The range is less than 300 feet, however, depending on obstacles in the way. It can travel through walls, but the range is diminished.
