how do i detect and connect to a wireless network

[bill]

i have heard there are hot spots

my computer says it will detect a hot spot but
how will it tell me and then what do i need to
do to use the wireless network ??? thanks new
guy bill

 

[Richard L Gabriel]

i have heard there are hot spots

my computer says it will detect a hot spot but
how will it tell me and then what do i need to
do to use the wireless network ??? thanks new
guy bill

Bill, you might try "Network Stumbler". Also check out
"alt.internet.wireless" for lots of good information.

Richard

 

[Chris Jackson \(MVP\)]

It depends on the network. If you are using Windows XP, it will auto-detect
the network as available. In terms of connecting, many of them have you go
through a web page to sign up for the service or verify your eligibility to
use it for free - it depends on the network.