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Hi,
I need some advice. I ahve two desktop pc's both running win xp pro. I have bought 2 d-link wireless pci cards. Do i also need an access point to connect the pc's|?
If i wanted 2 share in ternet connection can i just use a router instead of an access point?
Thanks
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I share my internet with my Laptop and my downstairs PC, All I use is a Wireless USB Network Card in ad-hoc mode.
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You can use wireless cards on their own, although range could be a problem. You would lose out on many of the security features available though.
Most (probably all) wireless routers are access points too. That would also solve network security problems.
Edit: remember that many routers are just that - they need a separate modem with ethernet connection. If you haven't got one shop around. You can get wireless modem/routers which perform both functions in one unit.
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Good point lynx.
I forgot to mention that, anybody within a 100 meter radius can tap into your network if you use wireless usb.
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Thanks for that.
It does now create another problem though. I have installed both d-link cards on the seperate machines. However when i come to set them up there doesnt appear to be any signal.
When i use the wizard it says they device is disconnected although it is fine in the system..!
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Unless there are some serious hackers around, that shouldn't be too much of a problem, always assuming that without the router there's no internet access, so they can't really steal the bandwidth. :lol:
Edit: referring to network security.
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What model?
I'll see if I can find some info.
Also, make sure they are fairly close so you know you haven't got range problems.
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d-link du 520!
its starting to really annoy me. will move the pc nearer and check that
thanks
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DU 520 is a usb adapter not a wireless network card. :blink:
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nope. i have brought the p.c downstairs. they are sat right next to each other and it still says 'not connected'!!!!!!!!!!!