Ok, I have been trying to find a solution to my problem for 2 weeks now. I
am at the end of my rope. I sm not an advanced user but I'm not an idiot
either so don't be patronizing or gloating over your knowledge. Just help
me.

Here is the problem... (oh boy...) I let an aquaintence use my laptop. I
have a Compaq Presario f730US. I run Vista 32bit.
When I got the computer back the next day, I could no longer get wireless.
The Wireless button on the front won't turn blue. I have tried installing
the drivers. I can use the ethernet but I got a laptop so I woulldn't be on
a leash.
I know that allowing someone to take my computer out of my sight ws stupid.
It will never happen again.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
I recently lost my job and can not afford even a small diagnostic fee at the
local computer repair place.
Help