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Wireless problem

STEE · 2022-08-27 18:26:54

I have an old DELL Dimension 8250 series PC with Windows XP I was trying today to connect it to the internet with an "tp-link AC600 Nano wireless USB adapter ARCHER T2U Nano" Eveything installed ok but, when I click "connect"on my network from the list. A small balloon pops up on the task bar saying windows needs a…

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#32 31-08-2022 7:21pm

STEE

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Where can I download the for free upgrade?

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#33 03-09-2022 4:03am

riclad

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There's no security updates for windows xp, if you go on random websites you can get a virus, malware, keylogger, without knowing it, you could install Linux mint, 32 bit version and you, d be safe to use the Web, dual boot windows, Linux, look on YouTube how to install Linux mint, it's free. Norton does not protect the pc, since theres no security updates for the os from Microsoft. Malware could send your passwords, pin no to a hacker.

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#34 03-09-2022 5:04pm

riclad

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You can dual boot windows and Linux, use Linux to browse the Web, installing Linux also installs the necessary drivers for WiFi , ethernet motherboard devices on your pc

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