Using A Wireless Lan Adapter - HP Compaq Presario,Presario 2105 Reference Manual

Modem and Network Connections

Using a Wireless LAN Adapter

Your notebook model may include a wireless local area network
(WLAN) adapter. A WLAN adapter enables your notebook to
connect to a compatible wireless network access point or to
another, compatible, wireless-enabled notebook. A WLAN
adapter cannot be used to connect the notebook to a mobile
telephone service, a Bluetooth wireless device, or a cordless
telephone.
Setting up a wireless network requires:
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A notebook equipped with a WLAN adapter—The WLAN
adapter can be integrated or a free-standing add-on, such as a
PC Card.
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A wireless access point—Wireless access point functionality
can be provided by a standalone device or be included with
another networking device, such as a router.
Accessing the Internet through a wireless network requires:
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An Internet access device, such as a broadband cable or
DSL (digital subscriber line) modem or a shared analog
modem connected to a phone line.
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Service from an ISP (Internet service provider).
Hardware requirements for an Internet connection include a WLAN
adapter in the notebook, a wireless access point, and a modem.
(Notebook appearance varies by model.)
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