What is wireless broadband (or Wi-Fi)?

Wi-Fi, also known as wireless broadband and wireless networking, means internet broadband without any wires.

The advantage of owning small portable devices such as laptops and PDA's is that they can be used anywhere around the house. If you want to access the internet on them you will need a Wi-Fi transmitter.

If you already have broadband and want to add Wi-Fi then you will need a wireless transmitter.

This is sometimes known as a Wireless Access Point (WAP).

Typically it's a small box which plugs into your computer and has one or two short antennas.

Each computer in the house will then need a Wi-Fi adapter to receive the signal or if the WAP is close to one of your computers, you can plug it in with a network cable.

Once you've got Wi-Fi, you can access the web anywhere within the house on any computer!

Wi-Fi has become very popular because once you have a Wi-Fi transmitter any number of computers can be connected to your broadband service without the need for any cables or installing extra phone lines.

For example, if you have a second computer in an upstairs room, or a laptop as well as a desktop, the same broadband service will be available on all your machines at the same time.

You can even use your laptop in the garden...

Want wireless broadband?

C3ntral specialise in providing easy to use and understand solutions for all things techy and in the true spirit of C3ntral we can offer you Wi-Fi installation and access to help sheets to assist you in the future.

Is your Wi-Fi not reaching everywhere in your home?

C3ntral have the perfect solution for making sure your full property has a signal.

This unique service is especially suited to:

• Older homes with concrete walls
• Larger homes
• Larger properties (garages, outbuildings)
• Uniquely shaped homes

A C3ntral engineer will visit you at your property and take a list of your requirements, they will then make some measurements and take notes that are particular about your property and then produce a unique 'site map' of your property.

We will then specify the equipment needed to satisfy your needs and a costing to implement the solution. We offer a robust solution to suit everyone's Wi-Fi needs.