Wireless Cable ModemA wireless cable modem is basically a device that works like a modem to give you a high speed internet connection without any cables. You can use it to set up a whole network in your home or office completely wirelessly and also have a portable workstation in the case that you are using a laptop. There are numerous wireless cable modems available in the market today and if you are deciding what to choose for your computer then this article can guide you in that direction. There are basically two kinds of wireless cable modems- internal and external. And thus before you purchase you should make sure whether it is compatible with your computer. PC and Mac compatibility, USB and Ethernet cable connectivity, a strong firewall, dimensions, number of users supported, port connection and slot type are some of the key features that you need to check before you purchase a wireless cable modem.
Also there are several types of networks namely, CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access), CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) and GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) which you will need to verify with your ISP as to which type of network can be accessed with their connection and what type of wireless modem is compatible with the network provided by your ISP. Each of the above networks has different data transfer speeds and you need to also make sure that your wireless cable modem is able to handle the corresponding data transfer speeds of your network. The other problem that wireless technology faces is the strength of the network and depending on the kind of network you are opting for you need to have a wireless cable modem of the suitable network. Say you are a businessman in need of international travel and thus you have obviously opted for GPRS which has a global roaming and thus your wireless modem too should support global coverage. Ask your internet service provider, as many ISPs will offer compatible options for your computer and you can be sure of the compatibility, price and service in that way. Some companies will also give you a wireless modem for free if you subscribe to their service but that also means that you will have to subscribe to their service for a while. You can also choose to shop for wireless cable modems online and you will be surprised at the vast array of choices provided by various companies who will also offer you a discount if you buy online. You can easily browse and compare the numerous options to see what suits you. Among many of the leading brands I can recommend Motorola SURFboard SBG900 Wireless Cable Modem Gateway and the Toshiba PCX5000 both of which are good value for money. One of the biggest advantages of a wireless cable modem is that they don't tie up your telephone lines and are capable of downloading 100 times faster compared to your average analog phone modems. These are just some of the things you need to know before you go out there to buy a wireless modem for your laptop or even your desktop computer. |