[SOLVED] Laptop

Hello. I have desktop computer and have had for several years..My wife wants to finally join the 21st century and is thinking of purchasing a laptop..My question is,,once I bring the new laptop home, how do I configure it so that she uses my internet connection in the house. Once i figure that out i can set her up with e-mail etc.. any replies would further my education. lol

Hi budway1942 - Welcome to w7forums

How do you connect to the Internet? Cable or DSL?

Is your desktop connected directly to the modem? If so you will need a router or at least a network switch if your modem has router functionality. This will allow for the connection of more than one PC.

Do you connect through a Wireless router? If not you might think about getting one. Chances are the Notebook will have wireless capabilities.

Hi CC, thanks for a prompt responce..In answer to your query,I am connected to the internet by DSL directly connected to the modem through the telephone line.I will have to determine what you mean by a wireless routers etc..

Wireless Routers

If you look at the back of a router with 4 ports, you will see 5 ports one of which you will connect to your modem. the other 4 ports are available for up to 4 PC's. The wireless router allow for any wireless device to connect to the Internet. This includes ipods, netbooks, notebooks, as well as desktops with wireless cards in them.

@CC many thanks..i discovered I have BEll which is a wireless router.So i gather whenI start up the laptop, it will ask me for the code,which is printed on the router.
I just type it in and i should be connected..Thanks again for the advice.If I have a problem, I will be back.lol

with laptops wireless is the to go. no lines tie-ing you down.
you can check with your provider to see if they have a wireless router or modem.
ATT u-verse is wireless ready.
your local cable company may offer internet service with a wireless modem.
i use suddenlink and thier wireless N and its fast compared to ATT u-verse wireless G.