Do I need a wireless router to stay connected to the internet when unplugging my laptop from the cable modem?

Mrs Bucknavich · Jun 28, 2014

I have Comcast cable with internet. I own only one laptop computer. I have it connected as if it were a desk top computer. I want to take it to the living room so I can sit on the couch and browse the internet, but I don't know how. Someone told me to get a router. How much should I expect to pay

abailey · Jun 28, 2014

What is the model of your Comcast modem? Are you sure it does not have built in wireless? Some do and some do not. If yours does not then you just need to purchase a wireless router. For just a couple of devices surfing the internet I would not pay for a real expensive one. I would pay somewhere between $20 and $55 dollars for what you need.
Examples:
http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-WR841N-Wireless-Router-300Mpbs/dp/B001FWYGJS
http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-WDR3500-Wireless-Router-300Mbps/dp/B0098QV038/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1404004511&sr=1-1&keywords=TL-WDR3500
http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-WDR3600-Wireless-Gigabit-300Mbps/dp/B008RV51EE/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1404004511&sr=1-2&keywords=TL-WDR3500

peterracine · Jul 25, 2014

You would be better off getting a router (you can get a decent one for a home network for around 30 to 60 bucks) because Comcast may install one for you but, they may charge you $5 a month for the wireless service. Check with them and if they will in fact charge you, you would be better off getting your own wireless device.

Search

Do I need a wireless router to stay connected to the internet when unplugging my laptop from the cable modem?

Mrs Bucknavich

Reputable

peterracine

abailey

Distinguished

peterracine

Distinguished

TRENDING THREADS

Latest posts

Moderators online

Share this page