12.1. Configuring and Troubleshooting Wireless Connectivity

One of the great strengths of mobile computers is their ability to connect to wireless networks. Today, most mobile computers come with built-in wireless capabilities, and you can connect to wireless networks within the company and in public places.

Windows 7 supports all the standard wireless protocols. If your wireless devices and wireless NICs support it, so does Windows 7. This includes 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n. Windows 7 also supports the newer WPA2 authentication options that significantly improve wireless network security. In this section, you'll learn about

  • Using wireless security

  • Configuring wireless on Windows 7

  • Connecting to a wireless network

  • Troubleshooting wireless ...

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