'Kay. Issues with my laptop. I operate a laptop and a desktop via a Linksys and a router. Both were working like a charm. Laptop stops working. Says it detects the connection, identifies it as varying from "very good" to "excellent." Fails to acquire the IP address, prints the response "did not assign a network address." This laptop also works like a charm when I take to my folks' place and use their wireless connection.
Any suggestions? Please assume that I am not tech-savvy in the slightest, and will not understand most of what is said if it's not offered in clear, step-by-step instructions for me to try.