23.10.2008 11:20 Uhr, Quelle: Hardmac.com

Think of Adapting the Range of your Wireless Network

A report from Nicolas: To improve the safety and security of my wireless network at home, I performed some tests and modified the emitting power of my Airport Extreme (802.11n) station. I am using a MacBook Pro and I almost always use the wireless network in my office or my living room. I went down to 10 % of the max emitting power of the station without affecting the quality of my wireless network; it does not seem to affect data transfer speed even for the wireless Time Machine. I think it is worse adapting its wireless network for at least 2 reasons: - Reducing the "bubble" of waves, despite claims from manufacturers it is better for our safety. - Avoid your neighborhoods to be tempted to crack your wireless network to use. I am sure that my wireless network is not stable/usable outside the defined area I selected. Of course, one can not directly act against the waves from your neighbors wireless network, however you could explain them why it would be

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