my computer will only get internet when it is plugged into the charger and is charging. this has been a problem because i do not want to keep on taking my charger everywhere i go. is there something i can do to make my computer get internet without being plugged into an outlet? i have an acer aspire 5050 with windows XP.1 person needs an answerI do too

You probably have to change your power settings. I'm guessing you have it configured to turn the network adapter off when it's on battery. Control Panel | Power Settings (if I recall correctly)-B- http://www.officeforlawyers.com Author: The Lawyer's Guide to Microsoft Outlook