Operation Manual

Switch back to the interface overview by clicking on the blue arrow icon.
2
To disconnect an active connection, click the red icon for the WLAN Interface.
3
To completely disable wireless networking, uncheck Enable Wireless. This can be
useful if you are on a plane or in any other environment where wireless networking
is not allowed.
A wireless network that has been chosen explicitly will remain connected as long as
possible. If a network cable is plugged in during that time, any connections that have
been set to Connect Automatically will be connected, while the wireless connection
remains up.
25.4.3 Conguring Your Wireless Card as an
Access Point
If your wireless card supports access point mode, you can use NetworkManager for
conguration.
NOTE: Availability of Options
Depending on your system setup, you may not be allowed to congure connec-
tions. In a secured environment, some options might be locked or require root
permission. Ask your system administrator for details.
1
Start the dialog for conguring network connections as described in Section 25.3,
“Conguring Network Connections” (page 451).
2
Click Add > Shared.
3
On the Wireless tab provide a Connection name for the shared wireless network and
a SSID.
4
Set the encryption on the Wireless Security tab.
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