How Laptop Routers Work

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Tip 1 - How to Make a Desktop or Laptop Act Like a Router

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by David Chauvin | permalink

Looking for a way to convert your laptop or desktop into a wireless router? You may find yourself in a situation where there isn't a wireless router around

For further reading: http://www.online-tech-tips.com/cool-websites/home-computer-router/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - Create Your Own Wifi Hotspot With a Laptop and Virtual Router

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Stefan Holtman | permalink

Wireless internet connections are far more prevalent than they used to be, but there are still times when you may find that you are stuck using a wired connection and want to use it wirelessly — for instance, at a hotel with only wired internet but you want to get your tablet online.

For further reading: http://www.howtogeek.com/137684/create-your-own-wifi-hotspot-with-a-laptop-and-virtual-router/ ^[2]

Tip 3 - How to Fix Your Wi-Fi Network: 7 Tips

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Jeneen Mc Donald | permalink

A quick guide to fixing the most common Wi-Fi problems that crop up at home, in the office, or on the road.

For further reading: http://www.pcworld.com/article/260524/how_to_fix_your_wi_fi_network_7_tips.html ^[3]

Tip 4 - A router and an extender: When your laptop doesn't know which to use.

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Daniel Aw | permalink

Sometimes, you need two or more access points to spread your Wi-Fi throughout the house. But that can confuse a computer.

For further reading: http://www.pcworld.com/article/2466495/a-router-and-an-extender-when-your-laptop-doesnt-know-which-to-use.html ^[4]

Tip 5 - Can I Connect My Laptops to My Printer Through My Router?

Published: 9 years, 6 month(s) ago | Submitted by Frank Olivier | permalink

It's common to connect a printer to a computer with a USB cable, but this limits printer access to only one computer, unless you take additional steps. If you want to make your printer available to ...

For further reading: http://smallbusiness.chron.com/can-connect-laptops-printer-through-router-27630.html ^[5]