centrino mobile

[madnbad]

i was wondering if any one on here has used centrino mobile (hotspots) and can give me sum details about it guy in pc world was not of this world he hadnt a clue thank you x

[bobjim1705]

Centrino chipsets are essentially the same thing as having a wireless adapter plugged into your laptop.
When you're in a wireless hotspot (which can be a cafe, airport or home network) the laptop will pick up the new network. The software that comes with the adapter, or pre-installed onto the laptop will alert you to the new network.
With most laptops, it's then just a case of connecting to the relevant available network, although it's not always free. (Gatwick Airport's depature lounge has it, but it's run by T-Mobile, and is a paid service.) Some are password protected, some run at lower speeds.

[wideboy]

Very useful if you can find free hotspots. Found one in Cork airport last year when we were delayed.

[madnbad]

thank you for your help bob and wideboy xx

[LeMarchand]

I'll bet he was clued up on extended guarantees and credit plans, though!