January 2008
Intermediate to advanced
336 pages
9h 43m
English
The software supplied with wireless network adapters exists in two forms: programs that run on the computer connected to the adapter and internal firmware that controls the adapter itself. All the software that runs on an access point is internal firmware.
The manufacturers of wireless networking hardware (and most other computer-related products) often issue new versions of the software that supports their products. Updated software might include fixes for bugs that were discovered after the product shipped, support for new operating systems, and additional features and functions such as improved encryption. Therefore, it's always useful to check the manufacturer's website ...