Quick Wireless Question.

[smp]

Computer Numpty head on :

My neighbours are about to go broadband and their kids are pushing for wireless connections on their respective PC's.

As I also have wireless broadband installed they have requested I set up the PC's for them. My ISP issued me a static IP address.

Can I install a router if their ISP doesn't provide a static IP address ?

Or do they need a ADSL modem connected to a router that dials as and when required ?

Any assistance greatly appreciated.

[pug406]

My mate has Tiscali and uses a Belkin router / modem. Gets it's IP address direct from Tiscali and auto connects when you switch it on. Dont forget to set you PC and your neighbours PC up with WEP so nobody nicks your bandwidth

[smp]

pug406 said:

My mate has Tiscali and uses a Belkin router / modem. Gets it's IP address direct from Tiscali and auto connects when you switch it on. Dont forget to set you PC and your neighbours PC up with WEP so nobody nicks your bandwidth

Cheers for that.

SMP

[philthy]

Don't forget to set you/your neighbours channels as far apart as possible. Echoing the above, set WEP. Turn on the DHCP server on the router, and it should work a treat Regardless of static/dynamic IP address.
I normally use D link kit, piece of cake to set up, plus you can fit better aerials to improve range if you want to (needs a pigtail though).

Phil
edit for spelling

>> Edited by philthy on Sunday 28th November 11:48

[Jay-Aim]

stop the broadcast too

restrict to specified mac adresses

encrypt if paranoid