This ultra-cool volume invites readers to tap into your inner geek and build seventeen ultra-cool wireless devices including a solar powered access point, a wireless picture frame that dynamically changes its own photos, and even a wireless car-to-car audio and video system
With a few simple tools, some off-the-shelf parts, and this book, readers will be creating wireless devices they never thought were possible-toys that certainly can't be found at the local computer store
Written by the cofounder and members of the Southern California Wireless Users Group, this book provides readers with hands-on instruction and insider tips and tricks from those who are on the bleeding edge of wireless technology
New addition to the ExtremeTech line of books-books for serious technophiles

From the Back Cover:

The world's gone wireless–here's where it starts to get fun

Wireless is all about freedom–freedom from cables, cords, plugs, and limitations. So why be limited to ready-made, cookie-cutter products? This book frees your imagination as it helps you create 15 exciting, individual projects using wireless technology. Each includes the necessary background, a list of materials, and step-by-step, illustrated instructions. Build a custom antenna, set up a car-to-car video link, or Wi-Fi your TiVo. Wardrive with Netstumbler and map your results. It’s your freedom. Make the most of it.

The Toys

Each with a complete materials list and detailed, illustrated instructions.

Wi-Fi antenna cable
Laptop paperclip antenna
Directional tin cantenna
Modified access point using high-gain antenna
Setup for a wardrive
Netstumbler wardriving
Wardrive mapping
Personal outdoor access point
Solar-powered wireless repeater
Free wireless hotspot
Access point gaming
TiVo with Wi-Fi
Long-distance Wi-Fi link
Car-to-car videoconference link
Dynamic wireless digital picture frame

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