Re: Elementary newbie question

[Chris Whelan <cawhelan@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Ted wrote:

> This is probably a completely inane question.
> 
> I want to connect my pc to the internet through a cable
> connected linksys wrt160n and then occasionally use a laptop
> with a wireless connection to the internet via the linksys
> when the pc is switched off.
> 
> When the laptop is off and the only connection to the
> internet is through the pc cable connected linksys, is the
> linksys still broadcasting?
> 
> Ted

It would be possible for any suitably-equipped computer to connect to it, if
that's what you are asking.

Of course, encryption makes it virtually impossible for any data transfer to
take place.

If you are asking for a more obscure reason, (concern about the wireless
signal harming health perhaps), one slightly messy solution would be to use
a non-wireless modem/router in conjunction with a separate wireless access
point. You could then power down the AP when not needed.

Chris

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