If you ask, then you don't have the need? Maybe your question may have been...
Why would I want wireless in my laptop?
For me, it's another way to get internet access while out there. Many places are now free hotspots and this makes a quick way to connect.
if you don't have the wireless card, then you have to wait to find a phone or ethernet jack which are not as ready.
Best of luck and happy travels.
Bob
I've purchased my first laptop and want to go wireless while I am traveling. I have a compaq nx9040 Intel Pentium M 1.50Ghz. What do I need to go wireless?

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