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New laptop connecting advice please

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I've just been given a brand spanking new laptop but don't know how to connect it to a broadband connection. I have a desktop with a ASDL connection but don't want to keep switching plugs etc.
Do I need to buy a router and modem and which one please and should be grateful as to advice where to buy it from. Thanks.
Sally

Please - non technical answers if poss!

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  • albertross_2
    albertross_2 Posts: 8,932 Forumite
    Assuming that wireless is built into the laptop, and the PC has an ethernet card..

    BT line ... wireless ADSL router
    Cable .... wireless broadband Cable/DSL router

    ebuyer, broadbandbuyer, dsl-warehouse sell them

    Search the forum for the word router, and you will find recommendations and tips galore..

    http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=121274
    Ever get the feeling you are wasting your time? :rolleyes:
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