Windows 10: USB Wifi For Desktop Computer?

I have an old dell xps 8100 desktop that i have not used for a while. When i did use it, i use it wired with ethernet connected to the modem or router. But the desktop now is going to be located one floor below it and thus cannot be connected wired via ethernet


1. That means i cannot have internet unless i buy one of those usb wifi things on amazon?


2. Can someone recommend me a decent one?


Saw this for 8 bucks but is it trash?

Amazon.com: TP-Link TL-WN725N N150 USB wireless WiFi network Adapter for pc with SoftAP Mode - Nano Size, Compatible with Windows XP/7/8/8.1/10 - Mac OS 10.6~10.11 - Linux Kernal 2.6~3.16: Computers Accessories


This one is better?

Amazon.com: WiFi Adapter 600mbpsTechkey Wireless USB Adapter Dual Band 2.4GHz/5.8GHz LAN Card 802.11ac Network Card for Desktop Laptop PC Support Windows 10/8.1/8 / 7 / XP/Vista/Mac OS 10.6-10.14 Mojave: Gateway


This one?

Amazon.com: EDUP WiFi Adapter ac600Mbps Wireless USB Adapter 5.8GHz/2.4GHz Dual Band 600Mbps USB Adapter 2dBi External Antennas Supports Windows XP,Win Vista,Win 7,Win 8.1, Win 10,Mac OS X 10.6-10.13.3: Gateway


I like to add that i will not be using this desktop much. Im only using it temporary for a while so its basically me using it for a few days and thats all. So would getting that 8 dollars one be fine?

:)

 

Laptops cannot access desktops via WIFI


I have 3 desktops (all on Windows 10 1803) connected on my LAN. After following this forum for some times and did all the steps as suggested by forum member, access denied, all my desktops are able to view and access one another. I have a printer connected to PC1, and managed to connect all the other 2 PCs to have the shared printer.

I also have 2 more laptops (both Asus with the same Windows 10 1803) connected via WIFI. Performed all the same steps as per the desktops, but I was not able to access PC1. I was able to view all the 3 desktops from the file explorer, but I just can't access all the desktops. However, I was able to access the Asus laptops from desktop PC1.

Anyone able to assist on this matter? Any assistance is highly appreciated.

 

USB Port Oddities


Ok, let's see it with pictures step-by-step. First right-click on the USB device and select Update driver software:





Then select Browse my computer for driver software (LAST option) :





The select Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer (LAST option) :





Then select the standard driver from the list and click next:





Click next/OK as required to complete installation. Repeat the steps for all Intel USB devices. Finally click on each USB root device and press DEL to delete it, reply YES when asked. After deleting all USB root devices restart the computer.

I hope this is detailed enough...

 

What to get as a Wifi receiver for my desktop?

I've been parusing Ebay for various wifi adaptors but I need some clarification on what I should get.
I'm looking at PCI, PCI-E, USB Dongle(Mini & Ultra Mini), 50mbps, 150mbps etc.

I presume that for gaming, videos and the usual nonsence I'm into I would be best going for a PCI-E, 150mbps wifi card, however, the USB dongles are dirt cheap and claim to do 150mbps.

Do these cards/dongles work as advertised? Does one format work better than another?

What would you suggest.
Tom.