Apple iBook G4 manual AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access

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AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access

Your iBook G4 is AirPort-ready. 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.

If you ordered an AirPort Extreme Card when you purchased your iBook G4, a card is already installed. If you do not have an AirPort Extreme Card installed and would like to install one, see “Installing an AirPort Extreme Card or Additional Memory” on page 51.

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, 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.

Connection to the Internet

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AirPort Extreme

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