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Tutorial request: How to set up ad-hoc Wi-Fi?
- How to set up ad-hoc Wi-Fi with Windows' built in tools
- Or with a 3rd party app like Connectify (free version didn't do the trick)
Which is the best of the two, or a 3rd method is preferred?
I Googled but didn't find.
Windows 7 Home Premium 32 bit
Computer typePC/Desktop OSWindows 7 Home Premium 32 bit
Hello XCT , and welcome to SevenForums
. I am not sure how much help you need but, basically it goes like this : Homegroup setup takes just a few steps. First, simply open the Control Panel. Under
Network and Internet click on
Choose homegroups and sharing options . Click the
Create a homegroup button. For each computer you want to connect to the Homegroup, go to that machine and follow the same steps. Instead of selecting
Create , however, select for
Join a homegroup . Now you can share printers and files. Simple! You want to name each device the same name homegroup name .
Post if you need more assistance and I am sure we can assist you further .
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Ad-hoc thats sounds really freaking ! < come on who wants to create ad-hoc connection again n again >
Connectify tooo gives out problem much most of the time limited connectivity .
I recommend using BEET MOBILE WIFI SHARING SOFTWARE !
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