JoinScience 101: How does wireless internet work?
Let’s see … first you head to a coffee shop and order a mocha caramel chai latte with an extra shot of espresso. Then you turn on your computer, hit the connect button, and start surfing the web. For those who want more detail, read on. To understand how wireless internet (Wi-Fi) works, we need to address three main components—the modem, the router, and your computer.