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adhoc support
About this tag
Adhoc support on WindowsForum.com covers user questions about setting up and troubleshooting adhoc wireless networks in Windows. Topics include using the netsh wlan set hostednetwork command to create virtual routers, configuring adhoc connections between devices, and addressing issues like radio type mismatches (e.g., 802.11b vs 802.11n) and driver compatibility. Discussions focus on practical solutions for creating temporary peer-to-peer networks without dedicated hardware, often involving Windows 7 and later versions. The tag reflects community-driven help for adhoc networking scenarios.
The virtual router function in W7 is fantastic and I am running a small PAN now consisting of a media server with a WiFi card and connection to internet, and two laptops connected using WiFi to the server.
My question is about speed and radio type.
The server has a Ralink RT2860 chip which...
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