Why Wifi Adapters Give Good Game
If you want the best from your computer games, no matter what system you use, you will benefit from going Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity). The same stuff you hear being touted for cell phone service and business internet is also a tremendous benefit for any computer game enthusiast. In order to go wireless, you need wifi adapters. But are all wifi adapters the same?
Xbox And Peripherals
One of the really annoying aspects of playing a game is someone accidentally or on purpose pulling out a plug at a crucial moment. And it's safer not to have so many wires for pets to chew on or to get tangled up. Xbox, perhaps the most popular gaming system, puts out its own wifi adapters (made by Microsoft). Even if you have PlayStation 2, you can hook up wifi adapters made by Microsoft, or an Ethernet bridge device. These fit in the USB outlets on your peripherals like the game system, printer or networked storage drive.
PDAs
Personal Data Assistants are great for their portability - and their access to great games on the internet. In order to sniff out wifi hotspots, you need wifi adapters, of course. Most PDas are now made with wifi adapters included, but not all of them. Palms-type PDAs have not found reliable wifi adapters, so you may be better off just getting a new PDA. However, if you have Pocket PC, then there are many wifi adapters at your command. Your PDA should have slots that wifi adapter cards can fit in. Always check to see about return policies before you buy, just in case a card might not be compatible.
Desktops And Laptops
Since wifi is now becoming the norm, almost all computers made in the last couple of years will include built in wifi adapters so you can fit a card in. There are wifi adapters made for Windows, Mac and Linux for those of you who have older computers. You'll need to add an external USB adapter with a cable (making your system not totally wireless, but great for internet gaming). Like getting the best radio signal, you might need to move your laptop or desktop about to get a better reception, so you need as much flexibility as you can.
When getting wifi adapters, it's usually best to stick with one brand, if possible, because you'll be better assured that everything will be compatible. Always check out the specifications (specs) before buying to see if you have all the equipment needed to run it.
