recommended usb wifi device?

[Waitman Gobble]

On 2/4/2014 4:55 PM, Colin Percival wrote:
> On 02/04/14 16:01, Waitman Gobble wrote:
>> Ralink is a good choice esp. for USB. You might have trouble using other
>> supported chipsets which are connected to the USB port.
>>
>> Also note that the wireless card in the laptop can be replaced for about ten
>> bucks. It's typically the easiest thing to replace in a laptop. If you decide to
>> swap out your wifi card I'd recommend Atheros.
>
> I considered that, but I've heard rumours about laptop BIOSes blacklisting
> wifi cards from other manufacturers, so I figured a USB device was an easier
> solution.
>

That's a potential issue. I've only seen that happen with HP laptops, 
but you should research before spending the ten bucks.

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Waitman Gobble
San Jose California USA