Wi-Fi for Unix
The number of wireless options for people who use various flavors of Unix is limited, but they do exist.
Configuration Tools
Each BSD Unix version also includes configuration programs that control the settings and options of the adapters that use the an and wi drivers. Some of the commands have slightly different names, but the functions are essentially the same. Table 7-1 lists the configuration commands for different versions of BSD Unix.
Table 7-1. Unix Configuration Programs
Unix Type | wi Configuration | an Configuration |
|---|---|---|
FreeBSD | wiconfig | Driver not used |
NetBSD | wiconfig | ifconfig and ifmedia |
OpenBSD | wicontrol | ancontrol |
Solaris | Wiconfig | Driver not used |
As Wi-Fi networks become more common, more versions of Unix will support wireless services. As always, ...
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