Re: [PLUG] WiFI config

[jeff <jeffv@op.net>]

> Can any help me with some basics on configuring a wireless card (generic
> band with no web purport)
> for Mandrake 9.0. on a Dell Isp 7000 laptop.

I don't know much about the cards but I want to caution you on 
security.  You *have to* set up every security precaution you can find on 
the network.   Most of these systems will allow you to set them up so only 
the MAC addresses that were added to the receiver will be allowed to 
connect.  Otherwise the system is open for anyone with a wireless card.

Use secure passwords, encryption, and anything else you can to maintain 
security.

Good luck,
Jeff


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