Wireless PC

[seelie]

I am new to a wireless pc - can anyone tell me if I need to disable the wireless if I am not on the internet? Such as if I am using word or looking into explorer? If I disable it what is the best way to reinstate the wireless? Might sound a dumb question, but as I said I'm new to the system.

[rojash]

No, you don't need to disable it (any more than you need to turn off your mobile when you're not using it).

[Ethel]

The only time you need to disable wireless really is if you are going on a plane or have your firewall turned off for any reason.

I have an Acer laptop and the wireless switch is an amber led light at the front. I don't know if your laptop has such a switch.

[seelie]

Thanks rojash and Ethel. Feel a lot happier now as I wasn't sure if I was secure or not, even though I've got firewall etc.