Can't connect

[nitsuj]

I'm at a loss here. I've messed around with my problem, but there comes a time when you must face the facts. The facts, in this case, is that Knoppix isn't intiuitive enough for me to just figure out how to make it connect to the internet by playing with it. I just don't have enough experience with Linux. Computer is a Dell Latitude C840. Card is a PCMCIA Dell TrueMobile 1300. Is there a logical reason I can't connect with this set-up? Do I need a different card for Knoppix to recognize?

Thank you for any input.