> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.equinoxroleplay.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Laptops
> Learn how laptops work in Equinox, including Wi-Fi, private networks, VPN access, available apps, and device management.
# Laptops
Laptops are your gateway into a huge number of systems throughout **Equinox Roleplay**.
Whether you're looking for civilian opportunities, work-related tools, entertainment, communication, or criminal progression, there's a good chance you'll eventually need access to a laptop.
### More Than Just a Computer
Your laptop can give you access to:
* Civilian services
* Marketplace listings
* Racing
* Vehicle boosting
* Criminal networks
* Drug progression
* Music
* Email
* Security cameras
* Private network applications
When you first open your laptop, however, you may notice something:
**Not every app is available.**
That's normal.
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# Getting Connected
Some laptop applications require an active network connection before they become available.
Depending on what you're trying to access, you'll need either:
* **Public Wi-Fi**
* A **Private Network**
* A **VPN**
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# Public Wi-Fi
Getting connected early on is easy.
Many **businesses and public locations** throughout the city provide an open network connection.
This gives new characters somewhere to access laptop services before obtaining more specialized network equipment.
### Need Internet?
If you're just starting out, check nearby:
* Businesses
* Public locations
* Community spaces
before assuming you need your own private connection.
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# Why Are Apps Missing?
Not every laptop application is visible or accessible under every connection.
Some apps are intended for normal public use.
Others require access to more specialized networks.
### Your Connection Determines Your Access
If something is missing from your laptop, it may not be a bug.
You may simply need access to the correct network or device.
As your character progresses, you'll discover additional ways to connect and unlock more of what the laptop can do.
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# Laptop Applications
Once properly connected, the laptop gives you access to a wide range of applications.
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## CamPro
**CamPro** is the security camera application.
It allows you to create and manage camera systems for locations you want to monitor.
You can:
* Create security cameras
* Manage camera access
* Add other authorized viewers
* Monitor businesses
* Watch important locations
* Create surveillance around areas relevant to your character
### Cameras Can Be Destroyed
Cameras are physical parts of the world.
Don't assume placing one means you'll have permanent surveillance forever.
CamPro can be useful for legitimate business security or as part of more questionable activities.
How you use it is up to your character.
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## Marketplace
The **Marketplace** is where characters can advertise items and assets they want to sell.
You may see listings for things such as:
* Vehicles
* Property
* Items
* Other legal goods
### Player-to-Player Commerce
Marketplace gives players another way to buy and sell without relying entirely on NPC systems.
If you've got something legal to sell, list it and see who bites.
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## Cupcake
Don't let the name fool you.
**Cupcake** is your connection to the **Cosmo** network.
Cosmo is associated with boosting and other illegal cryptocurrency-based criminal systems.
Through this side of the laptop, you may be able to:
* Buy Cosmo
* Sell Cosmo
* Trade Cosmo
* Use Cosmo within related criminal progression
* Access systems connected to vehicle crime
### Criminal Network
Cupcake and Cosmo are tied to criminal activity.
Accessing the system doesn't make your character immune from the consequences associated with what they do through it.
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## Racing
The **Racing** application allows you to create and participate in races.
You can use it for:
* Casual races with friends
* Crew competitions
* Cash races
* Organized events
* Private tracks
### Police Track Access
Law enforcement has access to private racing tracks primarily for **Interceptor Certification and training purposes**.
Racing doesn't have to mean running from police.
Sometimes you just want to find out whose car — or driving — is actually better.
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## Boosting
The **Boosting** app introduces you to vehicle-based criminal progression.
Boosting can give you access to opportunities involving:
* Stolen vehicles
* Higher-end vehicle contracts
* Criminal progression
* VIN scratching
* Specialized rewards
### VIN Scratching Comes With Risk
Scratched vehicles can still create serious consequences.
If law enforcement discovers the vehicle or determines what happened, the vehicle may be **seized**.
Boosting can become a major part of a criminal character's progression, but don't treat every vehicle as guaranteed permanent property.
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## ChefWire
**ChefWire** is tied to the drug progression system.
This is where characters involved in that side of the criminal world can begin accessing equipment and opportunities.
Depending on your progression, you may be able to:
* Purchase tables
* Purchase supplies
* Access drug-related goods
* Expand production
* Monitor relevant zones
* Compete with other operations
### Build the Operation
ChefWire is an entry point.
What your character builds from it depends on progression, connections, and what happens in the city.
If you're serious about becoming a major supplier, expect competition.
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## Music
The **Music** app gives characters access to music created and shared within the Equinox ecosystem.
Equinox also supports a **record label system** for characters interested in creating music.
You may be able to:
* Create albums
* Release music
* Listen to available tracks
* Build a music career
* Play music through supported devices
### Bluetooth Headphones
Music can also be enjoyed using a pair of **Bluetooth headphones**.
If your character is interested in becoming an artist, producer, or label owner, this system gives you something to build around.
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## Calculator
It's a calculator.
Because sometimes math is hard.
Add. Subtract. Divide. Multiply.
We're confident you'll figure this one out.
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## Mail
The **Mail** app gives your character access to email.
You can create an address using:
* A public mail domain
* A private domain
* A custom organization or business setup
### Email Has Plenty of Uses
Mail can be useful for:
* Business communication
* Government communication
* Legal correspondence
* Contracts
* Private messages
* Roleplay that doesn't belong in a text message
Sometimes an old-fashioned email is exactly what a situation needs.
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# App Quick Reference
| **Application** | **Purpose** |
| --------------- | ---------------------------------- |
| **CamPro** | Security Cameras & Surveillance |
| **Marketplace** | Player Listings & Legal Sales |
| **Cupcake** | Cosmo / Criminal Crypto Systems |
| **Racing** | Create & Join Races |
| **Boosting** | Vehicle Boosting & VIN Progression |
| **ChefWire** | Drug Network & Equipment |
| **Music** | Music, Albums & Playback |
| **Calculator** | Math |
| **Mail** | Email & Private Domains |
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# VPN Access
Some of the laptop's more specialized applications require access through a **VPN**.
If you manage to obtain one, the VPN can be installed directly into the laptop.
### Installing a VPN
1. Open your inventory.
2. Right-click the **Laptop**.
3. Select **Devices**.
4. Move the **VPN** into the laptop.
Once installed and properly connected, you'll gain access to applications and networks that may not be available through a normal public connection.
### VPN Access Doesn't Remove Risk
A VPN gives you access to additional systems.
It does not make every activity performed through those systems legal or consequence-free.
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# Device Management
Your laptop can support additional devices through its **Devices** menu.
The VPN is one example, but the system is designed around the laptop being more than a single static inventory item.
If you obtain an unfamiliar laptop-related device, check whether it can be installed through the **Devices** menu before assuming it has no purpose.
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# Public Network vs. VPN
| **Connection** | **Best For** |
| ------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| **Public Wi-Fi** | General laptop access and everyday applications |
| **Private Network** | Specialized network access |
| **VPN** | Restricted or criminal network applications |
Not every application necessarily requires the same connection.
If an app is unavailable, consider whether your current network is actually appropriate for what you're trying to access.
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# Your Laptop Is a Progression Tool
The laptop is intentionally connected to many different parts of Equinox.
A brand-new character may only use it for basic services.
Later, that same character might use it to:
* Sell property
* Run security cameras
* Organize races
* Trade Cosmo
* Run vehicle boosts
* Manage a drug operation
* Release music
* Operate a private email domain
* Access specialized networks
Find public Wi-Fi or another appropriate network.
Learn what each application does and which ones fit your character.
Additional equipment such as a VPN can expand what your laptop can access.
Use the laptop as part of your character's career, business, hobby, or criminal progression.
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# Quick Reference
| **Feature** | **Information** |
| ---------------------------------- | --------------- |
| **Public Wi-Fi Available** | Yes |
| **Businesses Provide Wi-Fi** | Yes |
| **Public Locations Provide Wi-Fi** | Yes |
| **Private Networks** | Yes |
| **VPN Support** | Yes |
| **Device Management** | Yes |
| **Marketplace** | Yes |
| **Security Cameras** | Yes |
| **Racing** | Yes |
| **Boosting** | Yes |
| **Drug Network** | Yes |
| **Music System** | Yes |
| **Email** | Yes |