[deprosun]

However, I have wifi access in them. (UMASS Amherst)
Is there a modem that catches Wifi and runs the Ethernet wire to the computer?

Thanks
Karan

[no2pencil]

That device is called an access point. Also some routers can function as an access point, some can not.

[deprosun]

Ah! I would have to search for these!

[GunnerInc]

You want to connect your computer to the dorms WiFi? Just use a WiFi USB Dongle.

[no2pencil]

I think he wants to take the offered ip address via wireless, & share it on a subnet.

[deprosun]

I just want to internet with no compromise in speed as respect to normal Ethernet cable

[no2pencil]

Your network will be as fast as the slowest connection. If you connect an access point via wireless, you'll be adding one more hop to your connection, & actually slowing down your connectivity.

[deprosun]

Oh! I see . So, are USB dongle good in terms of speed and connectivity?

[GunnerInc]

My wireless router is 2 floors below me and I use a Dongle and still get good speeds.

[Lemur]

Now if you really want to have a strong connection, get a 4G Hotspot and go from there.

Want to work from the school network? Make sure you buy a dongle with a detachable external antenna. Daisy chain a few Yagi or Directional antennas together and get a nice line of sight to the router.