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Can I use a USB Wifi adapter on a desktop PC?

Modern laptops usually have built-in Wifi but desktop PCs rarely have wireless facilities included

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Windows 8 guide: Set up a Home Group

How to share documents, music and video on your home network

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Windows 8 guide: Connect to a wireless network

How to find and use wireless networks using Charms in the new operating system

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Connect wireless devices to a new router

We explain how to re-create wireless connections when you upgrade to a new router

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Should I replace my Wep router?

Even though Wep encryption is no longer considered secure, it is better than nothing

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Why is BT letting people use my home hub as a Wifi hotspot?

BT Fon takes a little bit of bandwidth for others to use when passing your house. It's totally secure and won't affect your download limit

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Faster Wifi with an Android app

Add extra speed to your network by avoiding the network channels used by your neighbours. A new Wifi Analyzer app on an Android phone will show which is best

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Solve network problems: Increase a home network's speed

We explain how you can make your home network faster and more reliable – it's not difficult and it won't cost you a fortune either

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Why does my PC show a Bluetooth error message on startup?

Utility programs that claim to clean, compact and defrag systems can sometimes cause trouble. Re-installing the driver from Dell's website should cure the problem

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Can I connect my Sony Bravia TV to my Wifi network?

A Sony TV can only be used with an own-brand Wifi adapter. We would suggest creating a wireless bridge with a built-in Ethernet port for a wired connection

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Can I use two routers to extend the Wifi coverage in my house?

It is possible to use two routers – one as the main Wifi network and the second acts in much the same as using an extension cable, only without wires

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Will I find my old Wifi password somewhere on my laptop?

Unless Mr Dunbar is running Windows 7 he will have to download Wireless Key View, a free piece of software that will help him retrieve his old Wifi password

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How to use Bluetooth with PCs, mobile phones and other devices

Bluetooth is a useful and free wireless technology for connecting devices together

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