Time Capsule. Router + automatic backup + external wireless hard drive storage. It's like your own personal DropBox/Cloud. It's great and worth the money.
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Can somone recommend a router
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i took my phone and ipad with me. And these are the only two devices i am using. However, i have another macbook pro, non retina, always left it at home for this purpose. And btw, why do i need other device to have connection if i am not with them?
There is this saying, use the right tool for the right job. You should consider it.
Devices are generally capable of doing things when you aren't with them. For example, my AppleTV downloads new content, if I used your method and took my laptop that would not work.
To each their own though, it is a pretty silly setup. Routers are devices with a single purpose, and they do it well using a MacBook Pro is pretty wasteful.
Airport Extreme or Time Capsule.
I've had netgear, linksys, d-link in the past and always had problems with them. They all seem to stop working after a year and a half of ownership, where I would need to unplug the router and plug it back in for internet connection to come back. Ever since I got an Airport Extreme - no such problems. Been working for 2.5 years non stop.
I've had netgear, linksys, d-link in the past and always had problems with them. They all seem to stop working after a year and a half of ownership, where I would need to unplug the router and plug it back in for internet connection to come back. Ever since I got an Airport Extreme - no such problems. Been working for 2.5 years non stop.
I've had problems with all routers in my life except the Airport Extreme.
Yes, it's expensive. But it works. With a Mac, its setup also couldn't possibly be easier. I've been using mine since 2009 and have no plan to switch any time soon, not until I buy a computer with 802.11ac.
Yes, it's expensive. But it works. With a Mac, its setup also couldn't possibly be easier. I've been using mine since 2009 and have no plan to switch any time soon, not until I buy a computer with 802.11ac.
i dont have apple tv, and i dont want to spent extra money on router when i dont need to. I have EXTRA MACBOOK PRO laying around, so why not use as a router. Or you buy me a router and i will be happy
It does seem a bit strange, but I guess if it works for you. But if you have a spare Macbook Pro, why not sell it, buy a router, and put the balance in your pocket?
The range and performance of a dedicated router would most likely be better.
Haha dont laugh but i kept the old macbook to watch porn hhahahahaa. i dont want viruses in to my new macbook retina. And also i have alot of school documents, projects and stuff in there and too lazy to back it up, and too lazy to sell it
, Also i use it as a remote disc as well when i need to install games
Haha dont laugh but i kept the old macbook to watch porn hhahahahaa. i dont want viruses in to my new macbook retina. And also i have alot of school documents, projects and stuff in there and too lazy to back it up, and too lazy to sell it
Also i use it as a remote disc as well when i need to install games
Viruses from porn on a mac? About as silly as keeping the Mac as a router in the first place.
There are no OS X virus running in the wild. This isn't windows.
Extra money. I guess that iPad, iPhone, MacBook Pro and old MacBook Pro were free.
Haha dont laugh but i kept the old macbook to watch porn hhahahahaa. i dont want viruses in to my new macbook retina. And also i have alot of school documents, projects and stuff in there and too lazy to back it up, and too lazy to sell it
Also i use it as a remote disc as well when i need to install games
Just wow.
no talk of 802.11ac routers...
I had really weird connection/dropping issues with U-Verse and their integrated modem(it runs internet, wifi, and TV through it). There is a known issue with macs. I got an airport extreme to use as my wifi and have had no issues at all.
To +1 Sgtarky, I would wait for the Airport Extreme with the 802.11ac spec.
i know but, any device connected to the internet is not safe. Especially when you go to porn website
If you practice safe computing, including the tips in the following link, you can surf without fear of malware. Read the What security steps should I take? section of the Mac Virus/Malware FAQ for tips on practicing safe computing.