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Wireless (Internet) Wiki (FAQ)
NEW HOME OF WIRELESS WIKI IS A comprehensive resource on wireless access to the Internet, including answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and Fast Fixes for common problems. Search Wireless...
 
ALERT: WPA-TKIP isn't secure - use WPA2 instead
SUMMARY: WPA-PSK is vulnerable to offline attack. WPA-TKIP has been cracked. TO AVOID THESE PROBLEMS: 1. USE WPA-AES or WPA2 instead of WPA-TKIP (or WEP) 2. USE A PASSPHRASE WITH MORE THAN 20...
 
Alfa AWUS036h power question
While searching for an Alfa AWUS036h I see a 500mW and a 1000mW output. It seems a different power level would be a different model number. I do note that the 500mW unit has a 2db gain antenna and the...
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WiFi Embedded development kit
Hi, I am doing this project as a hobby and also want to know a little bit about WiFi. I found the found kit from rabbit semiconductor / digi. The processor is 70MHz RCM5000 series. My goal is to...
 
Questions about Wi-Fi adapters, amplifiers, and antennae
Hi: I have this network adapter -- WG311NAR I'm looking for a way to strengthen my Wi-Fi reception regardless of the access point I'm using. I need an antenna system with it's own power supply to...
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Router as client access point or better client adapter?
I live in a tourist area in Vietnam with too many free wireless routers in use giving a lot of interference. There are about 20 hotels/guest houses visible from my window. I have a desktop computer...
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Is hiding your home SSID actually a privacy flaw (broadcasting your home SSID at public hotspots)?
SUMMARY: * Hiding your home SSID (apparently) violates your public hotspot privacy! WinXP SP3 WZC clients "configured to connect to non-broadcast networks are constantly disclosing the SSID of those...
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Verizon air card + wireless router
I've heard of using a Verizon air card with a wireless router to create a local hotspot - sorta like the MiFi - any links to such devices ?
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Wireless (Internet) Wiki (FAQ)
NEW HOME OF WIRELESS WIKI IS A comprehensive resource on wireless access to the Internet, including answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and Fast Fixes for common problems. Search Wireless...
 
ALERT: WPA-TKIP isn't secure - use WPA2 instead
SUMMARY: WPA-PSK is vulnerable to offline attack. WPA-TKIP has been cracked. TO AVOID THESE PROBLEMS: 1. USE WPA-AES or WPA2 instead of WPA-TKIP (or WEP) 2. USE A PASSPHRASE WITH MORE THAN 20...
 
Buggy Realtek Drivers
Anyone know of any more recent drivers than 5313 circa 2008 for realtek 8187 usb radio chip. Ones I have are buggy as hell. Only thing I could find was 3rd party ones that work only under linux; using...
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Can desktop act as "wireless" router?
Rather than buying a stand alone wireless router....can a person just configure his desktop with wireless card to ACT as a wireless "router" and save some desk space if short on space?
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Hardwire or wifi
The place I will be renting for a couple of months has both WiFi and ethernet cabling, although were it comes out isn't all that convenient. I have an Apple Airport Express that I carry with me. Am I...
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A few VPN questions
Hey all, I have a few VPN questions. I recently purchased VPN4all and I am extremely happy with it. I did have a few questions, however. 1.) I really enjoy the Chrome Browser, but am concerned about...
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Two computers, different download speeds.
I have two computers setting next to each other and connected the same, as far as I know. (I think all connectors on the router are the same speed) The first one an HP m495c has a 3.2 Ghz clock speed....
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