Gaming adapter as access point
In connecting to open freely provided 3rd-party APs, all within range, These questions assume no local wireless network, only wireless to ethernet connection to more than one computer.
Is there any difference between a client bridge, a gaming adapter and a router that works in client mode? I have seen adapters advertised under all three terms that allow multiple ethernet connections to several devices at once.
If so what is the difference? Which alone or in combination gives the best security from incoming hacking attempts and access to local hard drives? Or is the terminology so loose that you never know what you're getting until you buy and try?
Can a software firewall be used with a client gaming adapter or client bridge to provide as good of security as a router in client mode? Since testing often involves shutting down the firewall, how are rulesets generally written to provide quick security in the initial setup?
read more and respond »Posted 5 years ago by steve317jones in Wireless Networking
