CREATING WIRELESS AD HOC NETWORK AND SHARED FILE AND INTERNET.
What is an Ad Hoc Network ?
An Ad Hoc network is essentially a local area network that can be set up very easily and spontaneously in no time whatsoever which makes it possible for computers and devices to communicate directly with each other within a limited range.
HOW TO CREATE A WIRELESS AD HOC NETWORK
THIS IS THE THEORY ASPECT THE PRACTICAL ASPECT IS BELOW
To set up an ad hoc network:
1. On the Start menu, click Connect To.
2. In the Connect to a network window, click the Set up a connection or network task.
3.
On the Choose a connection option page, click Set up a wireless ad hoc
(computer-to-computer) network, and then click Next. (This option only
appears on computers that have wireless adapters.)
4. Read the ad hoc network information, and then click Next.
5.
Provide a network name, select whether the network is open or requires
authentication, provide a security phrase if necessary, and then click
Next.
After Windows sets up the ad hoc network, you have the option of sharing your Internet connection.
To
disconnect from an ad hoc network, display the Connect To A Network
window, click the ad hoc network, and then click Disconnect.
THIS IS PRACTICAL ASPECT
1. The first and foremost step in this regard is to go to the search box of the start menu and type “wireless”. Once you have done that you should see a list above and from that select “Manage Wireless Networks”.
A new window opens up. In this window navigate to the “Add” button and click on it.