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Computer Help and Support

DinahMoeHum

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6. See my reply below. . .

Reply to usonian (Reply #3)

Tue Mar 11, 2025, 02:36 PM

Mar 2025

Yes, the computer can "see" the WiFi, so maybe it's authentication/password

Would a wireless adapter help here?

Where does the other half of the ethernet cable go? It's not like I have a portable router or anything.

Appreciate further feedback.

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Cannot connect with WiFi Do I need a booster? [View all] DinahMoeHum Mar 2025 OP

Why can't you connect to the networks that are showing? Do they require a password? Jim__ Mar 2025 #1

Some require a security key. . . DinahMoeHum Mar 2025 #4

It could be that you cannot make a good connection to them because their signal is too weak. Wonder Why Mar 2025 #2

If your computer can "see" the wifi, it's authentication/password. If it can't, then a mesh router, or extender might do usonian Mar 2025 #3

See my reply below. . . DinahMoeHum Mar 2025 #6

Most wifi boxes (routers) have an ethernet jack (LAN) as do laptops (YMMV) usonian Mar 2025 #7

OK, something else to consider? DinahMoeHum Mar 2025 #8

The more info the better. usonian Mar 2025 #9

Further info on my situation. . . DinahMoeHum Mar 2025 #5