I have a fully hard-wired network based around a modem router (Netgear DG834). I also have a new laptop with built-in wireless network adapter (Dell Inspiron 1525). The problem: How to get the laptop onto the network without splashing out on a wireless router.
If I plug a standard USB wireless adapter into one of the existing computers (running XP Pro) and enable internet connection sharing, will the laptop be able to access the internet? Or will the two wireless adapters just sit there looking for a router to talk to?
PS: If it does work, will the laptop become part of the home network for file and printer sharing purposes or will it only see the internet.
If I plug a standard USB wireless adapter into one of the existing computers (running XP Pro) and enable internet connection sharing, will the laptop be able to access the internet? Or will the two wireless adapters just sit there looking for a router to talk to?
PS: If it does work, will the laptop become part of the home network for file and printer sharing purposes or will it only see the internet.