wifi for networkadapter?

Justin_222 · Aug 31, 2017

hi, maybe a stupid question but i'm thinking about to buy a TP-LINK Archer T4U - Networkadapter.... but i don't know if you need wifi to use it... or is it just a usb that gives you internet connection? many thanks if you got the anwser (sorry for my bad english btw i'm not the best in it hehe)

RealBeast · Aug 31, 2017

You need to have a wireless signal that is available to you to use the adapter -- it only allows your computer to access an existing wireless signal that you can access (that is one that you have the security passkey to access or is an open free access radio like at a coffee shop).

dextermat · Aug 31, 2017

Hi,

A network adapter is the bridge between the computer and the wireless router. You need a wireless router to connect to your modem internet provider.

Justin_222 · Aug 31, 2017

RealBeast :

many thx hehe
owh and uh does it also 'boost' you're mbit/s? or does it give you the same mbit/s that you're modem 'sends' out?

RealBeast · Aug 31, 2017

The speed of wireless will be lower than the marketed speed of the router or adapter. It does not boost your speed in any way and will almost always be slower than an Ethernet cable connection, and will also have higher latency (aka lag) for things like gaming.

Justin_222 · Aug 31, 2017

RealBeast :

so it isn't recomended for use with gaming? like d3, DOOM mp etc?

RealBeast · Aug 31, 2017

Ethernet cable is best, followed by a good (like AV2-1000 or better) powerline adapter, followed by wireless.

edit: and if you must use wireless and cannot get an AP near (and have a fat wallet) consider the updated Netgear Orbi mesh system as you can see HERE.

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