Do I need to buy something to plug in?

Happy_saver_4

I'm completely computer illiterate. So, please be patient.

Currently I'm connected by to the internet with a Dell Dimension 3000 with a 56k internal ModeM fitted and using dial up.

I'm now thinking of going with the Plusnet package and they say " Free wireless router " included. But does that include something to plug into my computer so it connects to their wireless router or do I need to buy something to plug into my computer?

Amongst the items installed in my computer there seems to be an ' Intel (R) PRO/100 VE Network Connection. Is that the bit that will connect to their wireless router?

Please keep any answer simple, thanks.

posted_2

You need an ethernet cable, which usually comes in the router box, or is available at supermarkets etc for about £1.

fwor

Happy_saver wrote: »

Amongst the items installed in my computer there seems to be an ' Intel (R) PRO/100 VE Network Connection. Is that the bit that will connect to their wireless router?

If you're happy to be connected via a cable to the router then - assuming that the PlusNet wireless router has Ethernet ports, which most do - all you will need is an Ethernet cable, and there will probably be one of those in the box with the router.

If you want to connect wirelessly you will probably need a wireless adapter - there are several options there to consider.

Happy_saver_4

fwor wrote: »

If you want to connect wirelessly you will probably need a wireless adapter - there are several options there to consider.

Thanks for your helpful response. I would like to connect wirelessly so my OH can also use her laptop at the same time. Her Acer laptop, has a built in a wireless connector.

Would you please tell me what options to consider for my computer and which would suit me best.

Thanks

posted_2

You can still connected wired, and have another wireless laptop on at the same time, most routers have 4 wired ports, and upto 255 wireless

Free wireless 4-port router Wirelessly connect up to 10 devices

Marty_J

Happy_saver wrote: »

Thanks for your helpful response. I would like to connect wirelessly so my OH can also use her laptop at the same time. Her Acer laptop, has a built in a wireless connector.

Would you please tell me what options to consider for my computer and which would suit me best.

Thanks

Plugging your computer in with an ethernet cable doesn't deactivate the wireless part of the router. You can use both at the same time.