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Can I move around from zone to zone when using wireless?

Can I register my wireless card with the hostmaster and acquire a static IP/hostname?

How fast is wireless?

Is wireless secure?

Is wireless safe?

Do I have to register my wireless card with the hostmaster?

What hardware and software is recommended for wireless?

If I'm on the wireless network, can I still print?

Does the University have a policy on personal wireless networking on campus?

Will wireless work on Linux?

Where on campus can I use wireless?

How can I tell if I'm connected to the wireless network and how strong of a connection I have?

Will AppleTalk/Microsoft File-Sharing work on wireless?

Can I use both wireless and ethernet?

Can I setup a wireless connection in my Apartment?

I am a statutory/rent-controlled and/or unaffiliated tenant. Can I get Ethernet service?

How do I connect to the wireless network?

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