Common Wireless Network Configurations

There are countless ways to set up a wireless network, but we'll focus on the three most common configurations of AirPort networks:

  • Computer-to-computer network (no AirPort base station necessary)

  • Hardware access point network (with an AirPort base station)

  • Software access point (no AirPort base station necessary)

MORE INFO

For more information, ideas, and suggestions on various ways to set up your wireless network, download the document “Designing AirPort Networks” from www.apple.com/support/airport. This site also contains other useful AirPort setup and management documents.

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