Network Setup; Ad-Hoc Network; Infrastructure Network - Asus WL-167g deluxe User Manual

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Network setup

The ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter may be used in both Ad-hoc and
Infrastructure network types. The following sections decribe the device functions
in these network types.

Ad-hoc network

In an Ad-hoc network type, the device connects to another wireless LAN adapter
in a wireless network. No access point (AP) is present in this wireless environment.

Infrastructure network

In an Infrastructure network, the wireless network is centered on an access point
(AP) that provides a central link for wireless clients to communicate with each
other or with a wired network.
INTERNET
ADSL Modem Access Point
10 ASUS USB Wireless LAN Adapter