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Chapter 3.
Using the computer
A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network
environment that enables communicating between multiple
computers at home or a small-size o ce through wireless LAN
devices.
The screen gures and terms may di er depending on the •
model.
Depending on the program version, some functions may •
not be provided or di erent functions may be provided.
The descriptions below are for computer models with •
a Wireless LAN card or device. A Wireless LAN device is
optional.
The pictures in this manual may di er from the actual
product depending on your wireless LAN device model.
What is an Access Point ( AP)?
An AP is a network device that bridges wired and wireless
LANs, and corresponds to a wireless hub in a wired network.
You can connect multiple wireless LAN installed computers
to an AP.
Wireless Network
(Optional)