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Shadow1977

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    Identify/Disect Wireless Network
    « on: February 07, 2007, 08:33:01 PM »
    I was wondering if there is an easy way to see more information about the wireless networks around my home. I want to set up my own wireless network soon, but want to be on a separate channel. Is there in anyway to see more information about wireless networks other than SSID & IP ? I'm open to freeware D.L. if there is not a lot of 3rd party with it.

    Rob Pomeroy



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    Re: Identify/Disect Wireless Network
    « Reply #1 on: February 08, 2007, 06:36:28 AM »
    Grab yourself >NetStumbler<.  That's all you need; it's free and no unwelcome "bonus" software attached.
    Only able to visit the forums sporadically, sorry.

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    Shadow1977

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      Re: Identify/Disect Wireless Network
      « Reply #2 on: February 09, 2007, 07:50:30 AM »
      Thank You! ;D This is what I was looking for!

      Can't wait to go and buy a wireless router now!.... Not sure if I should go with new "N" Network though

      Rob Pomeroy



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      Re: Identify/Disect Wireless Network
      « Reply #3 on: February 09, 2007, 02:46:18 PM »
      I would definitely wait for the format to standardise and mature.  Heck even B and G networks have incompatibility problems between hardware from differing manufacturers.

      If speed is a priority, I would just lay cable.
      Only able to visit the forums sporadically, sorry.

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