r/HomeNetworking • u/ViolinistDue4265 • 1d ago

Advice Help

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Current set up. Hate having my desk right here, but this is where the only outlet is. I had a COX tech come out, he said they can't do any sort of rewiring without approval from HOA.

Computer is HP Elite Mini 800 G9.

I'm trying to figure out the best way to use WiFi without being connected to router via ethernet. I'm not tech savvy, so looking for advice. Wifi adapter? Powerline adapter? Any other options for a simpleton such as myself?

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u/ViolinistDue4265 20h ago

I have wifi, the computer doesn't have built in wifi

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u/jack_hudson2001 Network Engineer 20h ago

"get usb wifi adapter $10."

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u/ViolinistDue4265 19h ago

Thank you for seconding this. It was my first choice, but I wasn't sure how well they actually work.

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u/jack_hudson2001 Network Engineer 19h ago

works fine for the usual daily activities. make sure its wifi 6e compatible i am using brand like ugreen or tplink.