router?

[quangdaika]

So I have a desktop with DSL. The DSL modem uses a USB connection. I want to buy a router so that I can use the DSL on my laptop too. My question is that if my desktop is off, can I still use DSL on my laptop?

 

[JackMDS]

Yes, provided you do the right thing.

I.e. Buy a Wireless Cable/DSL Router.

DSL PPPOE and Cable/DSL Routers.

Example: http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=10362363&adid=17662

Wireless What Should I Get?

:sun:

The pages below were written a while ago. Ignore the prices and the Hardware recommendations, stick to the principles.[/i]

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. Basic Options for Internet Connection Sharing

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. Hubs, routers, switches, DSL, LANs, WANs...?

Link to: AnandTech - FAQ. What do I need for wireless Networking?
(Ignore the prices in the above link).

The whole thing should look like this.

http://www.ezlan.net/network/router.jpg

 

[RichUK]

Does your modem have an ethernet port on it?

 

[Payton]

It probably has both, don't use the usb, buy a router, use ethernet or wireless for all your comps

 

[quangdaika]

Originally posted by: Payton
It probably has both, don't use the usb, buy a router, use ethernet or wireless for all your comps

Why shouldn't I use a USB? Because it is slower?

Can it be any kind of wireless router or does it have to be Cable/DSL router?

 

[JackMDS]

Originally posted by: quangdaikaWhy shouldn't I use a USB? Because it is slower?
Can it be any kind of wireless router or does it have to be Cable/DSL router?

If you want to use a Router you can not use the USB. The Routers do not have USB Ports.:light:

The name of the devices is "Wireless Cable/DSL Router".

For basic operation there are all the same. If you have special needs you need to educate yourself and find a unit that provide answers to your needs.

How do I educate myself?:shocked:

You read the content of the Links that are listed in my previous post.:thumbsup:

:sun:

 

[quangdaika]

thx for all your help so far JackMDS. however, can somebody please just tell me if all routers are the same or do i need a specific one i.e. dsl/cable router?