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    computer-to-computer wi-fi

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by hoosier, May 16, 2006.

  1. hoosier

    hoosier Notebook Guru

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    How does this work? Sometime when I can't get the wi--fi LAN connection on campus, the computer-to-computer wi-fi is available. Is this safe? How insecure is this? How does it work??? :confused:
     
    hoosier, May 16, 2006
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  2. PortableGuy

    PortableGuy Notebook Enthusiast

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    My school has a Wi-Fi area in the student center. Are you asking how to connect to it or how safe is it to use the wireless connection at the school?
     
    PortableGuy, May 17, 2006
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  3. hoosier

    hoosier Notebook Guru

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    Well, i know how it connects and everything. there's LAN and computer to computer connection. I was just wondering what that is?
     
    hoosier, May 17, 2006
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    PortableGuy Notebook Enthusiast

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    Computer to Computer...not sure if i heard of it^^;

    I would assume it's refering to connecting to wireless connections. Can't really answer your question.
     
    PortableGuy, May 17, 2006
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  5. USAFdude02

    USAFdude02 NBR Reviewer & Deity NBR Reviewer

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    You are referring to an Ad-hoc network. Yes, it is possible and you can do it. The main reason for this type of network is Lan gaming and transferring files, etc. Basically is it is the wireless equivelant of running a cross-over cable between 2 computers.

    I hope this helps clarify for you. :p
     
    USAFdude02, May 17, 2006
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  6. Thaenatos

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    are you talking about adhoc or wireless lan?
     
    Thaenatos, May 17, 2006
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    I wouldn't trust an Adhoc connection unless you knew what you were connecting to. I would only recommend connecting to what is known as a legitimate network.
     
    titaniummd, May 17, 2006
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