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38 Chapter 3 Using Your Computer
AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access
Your PowerBook has an AirPort Extreme Card installed. AirPort Extreme offers an easy
and affordable way to provide wireless Internet access anywhere in the home, at work,
or in the classroom. Instead of using traditional cables, AirPort Extreme uses wireless
local area network (LAN) technology to provide wireless communication between
multiple computers. Through a wireless network you can set up access to the Internet,
transfer files, play multiplayer games, and more.
The AirPort Extreme Card is compatible with both the Apple AirPort Extreme Base
Station and the original Apple AirPort Base Station and any 802.11b or 802.11g
compliant products.
Note: Wireless Internet access requires an AirPort Extreme Card, an 802.11b or 802.11g
access point such as an AirPort Extreme Base Station or AirPort Base Station, and
Internet access (fees may apply). Some Internet service providers are not currently
compatible with AirPort. Range may vary with site conditions.
How AirPort Extreme Provides Wireless Internet Access
With AirPort Extreme, you set up a wireless connection to a device known as a base
station, which has a physical connection to the Internet. AirPort Extreme technology
works like a cordless telephone. The AirPort Extreme Card in the computer makes a
wireless connection to the base station, which is connected to the telephone line or a
DSL or cable modem.
For More Information on AirPort Extreme
To purchase an AirPort Extreme Base Station, contact your Apple Authorized Reseller or
go to the Apple Store at www.apple.com/store.
AirPort Extreme
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Connection to the Internet
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