If you are the lucky owner of a laptop or netbook, and you decide to bring the Internet to your apartment, then it is most reasonable to use wireless technologies. In this case, you will need to purchase a Wi-Fi router (router).
It is necessary
Wi-Fi router, network cable
Instructions
Step 1
Start the process of setting up your own wireless network by choosing the right hardware. The fact is that not all Wi-Fi routers are capable of working stably with all types of laptops or wireless adapters.
Step 2
Examine the parameters of your laptop. Determine the types of data and radio encryption that its wireless adapter works with. Get a Wi-Fi router with these specifications. Be sure to check the transmission range of this device.
Step 3
Connect the internet cable to the router. For this, the device has a special WAN (Internet) port. Connect the router to a laptop or computer using a network cable. Use the Ethernet (LAN) port for this.
Step 4
Open your router settings. To do this, launch the browser and enter the device's IP address into its address bar. Most likely, you will need to register the address of a full page, for exampl
Step 5
Find the Internet Setup menu and open it. The parameters that must be set to create a connection to the server, check with the technical support specialists of your provider. Save the settings.
Step 6
Go to the Wireless Setup menu. This menu is configured the same for any provider. Come up with and enter a name for your hotspot. Set a password on it. Pay attention to the items "Type of radio signal" and "Type of security". Select those parameters with which your laptop (or laptops) is capable of working.
Step 7
Save the settings. Be sure to reboot your Wi-Fi router. Make sure the lights for the network connection and the wireless access point are on. Disconnect the laptop cable from the device and connect to your new Wi-Fi network.
