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Infrastructure
:
This type requires the presence of 802.11b/g Access Point. All
communication is done via the Access Point.
Ethernet
AP
AP Client #2
AP Client #1
Ad Hoc
:
This type provides a peer-to-peer communication between wireless
stations. All the communication is done from Client to Client without any
Access Point involved. Ad Hoc networking must use the same SSID and
channel for establishing the wireless connection.
PC #3
PC #2
AP Client #1
AP Client #2
AP Client #3
PC #1
In client mode, the device can’t support the Router mode function
including Firewall and WAN settings.
SSID:
The SSID is a unique identifier that wireless networking devices use to
establish and maintain wireless connectivity. Multiple access point/bridges on
a network or sub-network can use the same SSID. SSIDs are case sensitive
and can contain up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Do not include spaces in
your SSID.
Channel Number