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Use the following steps to create an ad-hoc WiFi network without security on Microsoft* Windows Vista*.
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Connecting to any type of computer network, WiFi included, without implementing security is not a recommended practice. This document is provided for basic configuration purposes only.
An ad hoc WiFi network (also known as a peer-peer network) is a temporary network used when an access point (AP) or broadband WiFi router is not available. It allows users to wirelessly connect directly to each others' mobile devices. | |
- Access the Network and Sharing Center using Start » Network » Network and Sharing Center or another method.
- Select Manage wireless networks.
- Click Add.
- Click Create an ad hoc network.
- Click Next.
- Enter a network name.
- Select No authentication (Open) as the Security Type.
- Select Start this connection automatically if you would like to use this network when using WiFi.
- Click Next. The ad hoc network is now ready for use.
Access the Network and Sharing Center
Start » Control Panel » Network and Internet » Network and Sharing Center » Manage wireless networks
Start»Network » Network and Sharing Center » Manage wireless networks
Right-click mouse on System Tray icon (2 computer monitors image at lower right of screen) » Network and Sharing Center » Manage wireless networks
Related Topics
Create an ad-hoc WiFi network with security
Create a WiFi network profile without security
Connect to an unsecure WiFi network
Operating System:
| Windows Vista* Starter, 32-bit version, Windows Vista* Home Basic, 32-bit version, Windows Vista* Home Premium, 32-bit version, Windows Vista* Business, 32-bit version, Windows Vista* Enterprise, 32-bit version, Windows Vista* Ultimate, 32-bit version, Windows Vista* Home Basic, 64-bit version, Windows Vista* Home Premium, 64-bit version, Windows Vista* Business, 64-bit version, Windows Vista* Enterprise, 64-bit version, Windows Vista* Ultimate, 64-bit version |
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