How Does Wi-Fi Work on a Desktop?

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Tip 1 - How Can I Add Wi-Fi to a Desktop PC?

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Lori Staehling | permalink

Dear Lifehacker, I have a desktop PC that I connect using Ethernet, but I'd like to add Wi-Fi to it for the rare occasions that I need it. What's the best way to do so?
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For further reading: http://lifehacker.com/how-can-i-add-wi-fi-to-a-desktop-pc-1569231692 ^[1]

Tip 2 - How to Add Wi-Fi to a Desktop Computer

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Romar Karl | permalink

Wi-Fi is becoming more common in desktop computers, but not all desktop computers have it. Add Wi-Fi and you can connect to the Internet wirelessly and host Wi-Fi hotspots for your other devices.

For further reading: http://www.howtogeek.com/214680/how-to-add-wi-fi-to-a-desktop-computer/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - How do i get wifi on my desktop?

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Ra W Stryker | permalink

I know, sounds like a simple problem, but i have no clue as im new to building computers. anyways, how do i get wifi on my new build? Do i have to buy some sort of wifi card? This is the motherboar

For further reading: http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/334596-28-wifi-desktop ^[3]

Tip 4 - How to enable WiFi on a desktop computer without a built-in WiFi adapter?

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Keith Leehey | permalink

How to enable WiFi on a desktop computer without a built-in WiFi adapter? Is there a way to know whether WiFi is built-in?

For further reading: http://www.makeuseof.com/answers/how-to-enable-wifi-on-a-desktop-computer-without-a-built-in-wifi-adapter/ ^[4]

Tip 5 - How Wi-Fi Works With a Desktop PC | eHow

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Brandon Vincent | permalink

How WiFi Works With a Desktop PC. Although wireless networking (WiFi) is primarily used with mobile devices, such as laptop computers and cell phones, there are still a few ways in which a desktop PC can work with WiFi, as well. There are two ways in which a desktop PC can be instrumental in a wireless network. Not only can a stationary PC utilize...

For further reading: http://www.ehow.com/how-does_4928156_how-wifi-works-desktop-pc.html ^[5]

Tip 6 - How do I connect my desktop to the nearby wireless internet WiFi hotspot? - Ask Leo!

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Elizabeth Lucero | permalink

Wireless internet in WiFi hotspots makes for a convenient connection. To connect to the wireless internet you need proximity, a little hardware and permission.

For further reading: https://askleo.com/how_do_i_connect_my_desktop_to_the_nearby_wireless_internet_wifi_hotspot/ ^[6]