Create Wireless Network without A Router

Ad Hoc Network

An Ad Hoc network is a local area network that can easily be set up in no time whatsoever which makes it possible for computers and devices to communicate directly with each within a limited range. It can be to share data and internet connection between wireless devices.

Setting up Ad Hoc Network:

The first step is to use the search box of the start menu and type “wireless”. Once you have done this you will see a list below and select“Manage Wireless Networks”.

Or go to Control Panel\Network and Internet\Network Connections

When the new window comes up. navigate to the “Add” button and Double click on it.

After that you choose option called “Create an ad hoc network”.

Immediately you will see a window showing a message telling you about Ad Hoc network. In that window click on “Next”.

The next window requires you to give a name to the network you are about to create, the type of security settings you want to use and the security key.  Check the “Save Network” option.

After filling it you wait a while for the network to be created.

A message that the network has been created successfully will and the network ready for use.

The next thing you need to is to verify the Ad Hoc network by clicking on the wireless icon on the task bar. it will show the name of the network and along with a message “Waiting for users”.

On the client computer when you click on the wireless connection icon you can see the name of the Ad-hoc network you just created and also an option “connect”. Click on the option and to connect with the network.

Now on the Host machine you will be from you will see that the client computer is connected to your Ad Hoc network.

The Ad Hoc network has been created and you should be able to transfer and share files.

Sharing Internet with other devices

You want to share your internet connection with other wifi devices then go to the host’s wireless adapter icon and right click on it. Then go to “properties” and click the  “Sharing” tab and select “Allow other network users to connect through this computer’s Internet connection“.

You can click the “Settings” option if you need to select the network services the Client device can access.

The task is done. Now you can share documents and the Internet connection with other Computers and devices.