Brand: Plugable. MPN: USB-WIFINT. You love your laptop but its WiFi network adapter is on the fritz or you re stuck with an old and slow Wireless G or B card. You could try to get it upgraded or repaired maybe plunk down a few hundred dollars for a new computer but there s an easy inexpensive option that will get you back on the network in no time: a USB-based WiFi adapter! The Plugable USB-WIFINT wireless N adapter sticks out just a quarter inch when plugged into a USB slot. It offers 802.11n wireless N connectivity up to 150 Mbps in an incredibly small package. At just 0.25 inches long by 0.5 inches wide when plugged into a USB port the USB-WIFINT is barely noticeable. With its low profile no worries about the adapter snapping off from an accidental nudge. You won t even need to unplug it before stuffing your laptop PC into your backpack or totebag. Ideal for wireless connections where line-of-sight to access point is available. Consider high-gain adapters instead for applications where signal quality is important. Because of its small size the adapter is especially useful for setting up a separate peer-to-peer (Ad-hoc) connection between two WiFi adapters In Windows 7 and earlier. Search ad hoc wifi setup for details. Easy Windows setup in Windows 7 and later. Just plug in while your PC has a wired connection and Windows update will automatically install drivers. Uses Windows built-in WiFi management interface.