Using a wifi extender for a computer connection

[Blade Runner]

I have a question perhaps someone can help me with the logistics or making this simple/plug n' play:

I can't easily extend a CAT6 ethernet cable from a router through many rooms for logistical and/or aesthetic reasons. I therefore wanted to get a wifi extender so that I can plug a computer into the extender, thus utilizing its ethernet port as the internet connection (computer doesn't have wifi). I realize the price might be to cut speeds, but I'm OK with that. The question is more regarding the access point. Does the extender require a setup or can you just plug the ethernet cable into it and the computer will recognize an internet connection? I've seen some of these create "new networks" and even routers I've had before when trying to set them up made me create new logins such that I couldn't get to connect via the wired connection (it was some internet page weird url thing that didn't work). Any recommendations on an extender or other tips or tricks to make this as easy as possible (the ideal would be 1. get extender, 2. connect to the existing wifi, 3. connect ethernet to computer that needs the internet connection and 4. voila).

Thanks

 

[Bird]

In order to avoid microwaving my body, I would give powerline connectors a try and ditch Wi-Fi altogether.
If you want to keep Wi-Fi, however, there are also powerline <--> Wi-Fi adapters.

 

[king bast]

I have an extender that you just plug into a wall socket within range of the wifi router. As long as it receives the wifi signal from the router, you can then connect devices to the extender via ethernet cable or wifi. It uses the same network name and login credentials.
Theyre not expensive, maybe $50 or so.

 

[get2choppaaa]

I have an extender that you just plug into a wall socket within range of the wifi router. As long as it receives the wifi signal from the router, you can then connect devices to the extender via ethernet cable or wifi. It uses the same network name and login credentials.
Theyre not expensive, maybe $50 or so.

I use one of these too. It's a excellent and for $50 cant really be beat.

 

[Blade Runner]

I was talking to a guy who is a relative expert for his home setup, and he said the best solution might just be a usb wifi adapter to the tower I need. Any of these better than the next?

In order to avoid microwaving my body, I would give powerline connectors a try and ditch Wi-Fi altogether.
If you want to keep Wi-Fi, however, there are also powerline <--> Wi-Fi adapters.

He also mentioned this, with some caveats.

Thanks guys, trying to figure out if the wifi thing is doable for traveling with a computer, since you won't have to then set up a "network" that is different at each location, if that's the case (or option, being a nomad).

 

[budoslavic]

I was talking to a guy who is a relative expert for his home setup, and he said the best solution might just be a usb wifi adapter to the tower I need. Any of these better than the next?

You would want to definitely look into checking out a USB WiFi adapter, which I've seen my martial arts instructor/friend use quite frequently.

 

[Blade Runner]

In order to avoid microwaving my body, I would give powerline connectors a try and ditch Wi-Fi altogether.
If you want to keep Wi-Fi, however, there are also powerline <--> Wi-Fi adapters.

Is there any chance these will disrupt or cause problems to your electrical circuitry? This is an amazing innovation, for sure, otherwise. Speeds?

 

[presidentcarter]

Is there any chance these will disrupt or cause problems to your electrical circuitry? This is an amazing innovation, for sure, otherwise. Speeds?

I looked into them and the techies said they emit a strong signal of some type more so than a good router. I don't recall the details, but my conclusion was that a high quality router was the way to go, if you can't sneak an ethernet cable around.

 

[Bird]

Is there any chance these will disrupt or cause problems to your electrical circuitry?

I have never heard of such a thing since my first use of it.
If you have a very old electrical installation it's possible that it will not work.
Here is some information on the subject: https://www.techreviewer.com/learn-about-tech/powerline-adapters/#use-cases-for-powerline-adapters

I remember discussions here in Germany about transmitting Internet via long-distance electrical lines instead of costly and time-consuming laying of new cables, but I have no information about why it was not realized.

 

[Blade Runner]

Is there an extender that's plug n' play, or do most of them require configuration of the new access point? Thanks.