Buying Wireless for Desktop


  1. SevSaint
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    Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
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    Buying Wireless for Desktop


    Got the router in my house. Son lives with me and we are about to build a computer. I have done this before so i know how to build. But was wondering about best way to add wireless to the desktop. I mean the signal dies off in the back part of the house where the desktop will be. (currently he uses laptop) So what can i do to fix that as far as good wireless parts for a computer. What about a range extender? Are those worth the investment.
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  3. AddRAM
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    Windows 10 Pro x64
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    Get a good Linksys wireless PCI card.

    Linksys - Wireless Routers, Range Extenders and IP Cameras

    Amazon.com: pci wireless card linksys

    I would just run a ethernet cable to the PC, if possible.
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  4. ThrashZone
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    Hi,
    Yep and or wire to another wireless router and then wire to the desktop.
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  6. Ztruker
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    Windows 10 Pro X64
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    Don't overlook using Powerline adapters. Two devices plugged into AC outlets and using the house wiring as a Ethernet connection. You get full Ethernet performance.

    I've used them several times with very good success. $35 to $60 for two depending on brand.
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