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Introduction to networking
The most common way to set up a wireless Ethernet network is Dynamic Host Control
Protocol (DHCP) using a wireless access point router.
A DHCP network configuration uses
an access point router to automatically assign IP addresses to each computer or network
device.
Example access point router wireless Ethernet network
By using an access point, you can join a wireless Ethernet network and access a wired
Ethernet network.
The following is an example of an access point wireless Ethernet network that shows how
an access point also lets you access the Internet. The network is made up of an access point,
a cable or DSL modem, and your computers. The access point is the central control point
for the network. Attached to the access point is the cable or DSL modem that provides
access to the Internet. Each of the computers or Ethernet-ready devices communicate with
the access point using radio waves. If your computer does not have a built-in wireless
Ethernet emitter, you need to add a wireless PCI card (desktop), PC card (notebook), or
USB adapter.
Tips & Tricks To add the ability to access a wired Ethernet network to your wireless
Ethernet network, connect an access point to the router or use a router
that has a built-in access point, such as the Linksys wireless access
point router with 4-port switch. For more information about accessing
a wired Ethernet, see
“Using a wired Ethernet network” on page 87 .
Cable/DSL
modem
Access point
USB wireless
adapter