do you need a internet service on a desktop unit
391913
Yes you still need an Internet service provider. This unit just helps you get a greater distance from a WiFi source.
391914
The unit is for capturing surrounding Wi-Fi. Internet service on your desktop is not required.
391915
NO, you cann access an unsecure or public address and piggyback on their internet service
1352172
No. There are online elements to the tablet, but I would say the majority of the tablet functions can be used without connecting to the internet.
2439
This model does not require computer to be on. Just DSL or Cable or whatever ISP device you may have need to be on.
529661
You don't need a desktop PC. All you need is your broadband Ethernet from your modem plugged into this router and all your wireless devices will work on it. Laptop and PS3 included.
662228
No, but you might want to get one anyway. This phone system is just regular telephone cables. You don't even need an internet connection if you don't want to use one. However, not knowing the quality of your connection, you might want to get a DSL filter to make your DSL connection better.
2279801
Ethernet. It must be connected to your router. That is how mine works and you must download the desktop application onto your computer through the disk provided with you product, once done it should work like a charm. If you need any further assist contact support.
175512
Not that I know of but then wi-fi users are mostly laptop users this is a desktop computer don't make much sense needing wi-fi for a desktop all u have to do is get internet service. Why worry about wi-fi
2236548
You mean data traffic / internet connection? well, depends on your needs... it does NOT require, but it is a smartphone and not providing network kills a good portion of what smartphones offers best. Anyway not required.
1857463
No, you don't need an internet connection, but you do need the power source.
1977870
Yes, you do need an internet provider. Our Netgear router has really worked wonderfully. We have several computers and two televisions working off it. We are using Roku to pick up Netflix on the individual television sets, since they are not smart TV's. My son is a computer specialist and he told me the Netgear router was tops. Very pleased.
1893065
yes. You can use it on your desktop. Any device has network interface should be able to use this.
653277
I had one and I think it needed Internet however it wasn't what I expected . Bulky and not that easy to use . Good luck!��
1042655
No you have to have some connection to internet. Either with a cable or wifi connection.
321486
No. It's a solid machine but you just have to upgrade software. My wife primarily uses it for internet access.
1857703
Yes - I have a desktop as well. I purchased this little guy, plugged it into my tower (USB) and was able to connect wirelessly to my modem. The signal and connection has been great, considering my router is only about 25 feet from my computer. I would recommend this device and buy again if needed.
1356523
No, you have to be on the internet to use it. The tech people are really good at setting it up for you.
1401967
Looks like you have to hook up to the internet via an ethernet cable. I'm going to hold out for a wireless unit.