How to Set Up Wireless on Red Hat

Red Hat Linux includes simplified configuration tools for wireless networking. During the installation process the system will detect any wireless adapters and prompt you to enter connection passwords for any network in range. There is also a built-in administration tool if you install a wireless adapter later, or choose not to configure wireless during installation. Red Hat Linux also uses the 2.6.x kernel series, which means supported adapters are automatically detected and the drivers are loaded.

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  Click the "Administration" menu on the desktop, then open the "System" sub-folder and click the "Network" option.

• 2

  Click the "Wireless" tab in the Network window.

• 3

  Enter the name of the network in the "SSID" field.

• 4

  Click the "Wireless Security" tab.

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  Enter the WEP or WPA key used to access your wireless network. If you aren't sure of the key, contact your network administrator or Internet service provider.

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  Click "Save" and "Close." The system will automatically connect to the network when it's in range.