
Officially, the latest stable release is V23 SP2, released in 2006. One way to create a hotspot is by using the powerful, free, and open source DD-WRT firmware loaded onto a compatible router, such as the Linksys WRT54G.Īlthough DD-WRT provides lots of advanced features for a consumer-grade router, it can be confusing to select a version. You can also use the opportunity to promote products or services to guests of your wireless system or, in some setups, even bill them for their usage.Īny wireless router will typically “share” your Internet connection with nearby wireless users, but if you want to regulate sharing, you need a hotspot. Whether you want to share with family, neighbors, co-workers, or customers, a wireless hotspot can give you say over how and when your wireless access is used. But sharing your wireless Internet access out-of-the-box can leave your network vulnerable and without any controls over user activity.


From the department of “everything you need to know you learned in kindergarten,” it is good to share.
