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What kind of Linux is needed for wireless access point?
My setup is based on Debian Testing (Etch), but any GNU/Linux distribution with a recent 2.6 kernel will work. The kernel must support 802.1d Ethernet Bridging (CONFIG_BRIDGE) and Wireless LAN (CONFIG_NET_RADIO).
Which is better an embedded Linux board or a Windows board?
All of these boards run a version of Linux and are great for putting sensors, gadgets, and other hardware on the internet. However, you’ll see there are quite a few differences in the hardware and capabilities that might make you prefer one board over the other.
What can I do with a Linux board?
This guide will compare each board with an emphasis on their features and capabilities for maker and electronics projects. All of these boards run a version of Linux and are great for putting sensors, gadgets, and other hardware on the internet.
What kind of motherboard do I need for wireless access point?
Although any Pentium (or newer) system will work, some PCI wireless cards require PCI 2.2 to operate, so make sure to check your system’s motherboard specifications before buying. You will also need an Ethernet interface that’s supported by Linux for connecting your WAP to the LAN; most on-board interfaces will work just fine.
Do you need root privileges to install Linux?
A working Linux install with root privileges and a compatible wireless network adapter. # – requires given linux commands to be executed with root privileges either directly as a root user or by use of sudo command
Do you need a kernel for wireless LAN?
The kernel must support 802.1d Ethernet Bridging (CONFIG_BRIDGE) and Wireless LAN (CONFIG_NET_RADIO). Most default stock kernels have these features enabled, but if you prefer to build your own kernel, make sure to include these options. The only other packages you need to install, besides hostapd, are bridge-utils and wireless-tools.
Which is the command line tool for setting up WiFi?
wpa_supplicant comes with a tool called wpa_cli which provides a command line interface to manage your WiFi connections. You can actually use it to set up everything, but setting up a configuration file seems a bit easier. Run wpa_cli with root privileges, then scan for networks.