Connecting my TV or PC to WiFi

[armondjenkins]

My TV doesn't have WiFi built into it and my PC doesn't have WiFi built into it either. I intend to connect one of them to the either but the other will need some sort of adapter to connect.

Can someone recommend a reliable one for me? Also, would I be better served putting the adapter on one of them in particular, or does it not matter?

I'm hoping to get some recommendations and grab something probably from Amazon tomorrow.

Thanks

 

[mips42]

For the PC, virtually and USB WiFi adapter will work. look at whatever the WiFi "host" (cable box, DSL router, whatever) offers and match to that.
For the TV, it's going to depend on the brand of TV. Some want a particular brand of adapter, others don't care as much. Check your TVs Manual and manufacturers website to see what will work.

 

[armondjenkins]

Mips42 - is there a preferred USB WiFi adapter I sh consider for my PC?

 

[Solandri]

USB WiFi adpaters are the quickest/cheapest. Depending on the distance to your router, you may want a WiFi card with a real antenna.

I assume the TV has an ethernet port. If the manufacturer does not offer a WiFi option, you can grab any old DD-WRT-compatible router, install DD-WRT on it, configure it as a bridged client connecting to your existing WiFi network. When you plug the TV into the router's LAN port, it will connect to your main router over WiFi.

 

[mips42]

I agree on the PC WiFi, I use a TP-Link USB adapter and it has a external antenna for increased reception.
As far as a DD-WRT box goes, I've had issues using them as a WiFi bridge. Typically a lot of low signal and system crashes. Also, some routers do work better than others as DD-WRT boxes. Your mileage may vary, of course, but I'd at least look at a USB WiFi for the TV as well.

Good Luck!