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| This function lets you run a scan to detect WiFi networks nearby/ | This function lets you run a scan to detect WiFi networks nearby/ | ||
| - | The results show | + | The results show: |
| * Date and time the network was last detected | * Date and time the network was last detected | ||
| * SSID name | * SSID name | ||
| * BSSID | * BSSID | ||
| - | * (Relative) Signal strength | + | * Relative Signal strength |
| * Signal Quality | * Signal Quality | ||
| * Channel (incl. band and sideband width) | * Channel (incl. band and sideband width) | ||
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| * Rates (actually 802.11 protocol in use) | * Rates (actually 802.11 protocol in use) | ||
| - | This information can help you decide which channels might be optimal for your own WiFi network. | + | \\ |
| - | \\ NOTE: This tool is fully functional. However, | + | This information can help you decide which channels might be optimal |
| - | For more details about wireless signal information, | + | \\ This tool is fully functional. However, you may find more useful presentable data and convenience using other tools. The WiFi scanner apps available for smartphones are a good example. |
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| + | There are several advantages to using an external, portable device: | ||
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| + | * You can easily move around to help locate where signals are coming from. | ||
| + | * Scanning and refreshes are often faster. | ||
| + | * Scanning won't interrupt your own router' | ||
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| + | For more details about wireless signal information, | ||
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