Thursday, October 28, 2004

Atheros Licenses PCTEL's Soft Access Point

Atheros Communications will offer PCTEL's Soft Access Point (SoftAP) software for use with products based on its WLAN chipsets. PCTEL's SoftAP software convert a PC using an Atheros based network interface card into a fully functional access point (AP) with routing and firewall capabilities. The solution enables Enterprise as well as small office and home office users to load software onto a central PC, instead of purchasing additional hardware, to wirelessly connect multiple computers or other wireless devices. Availability for Atheros' SoftAP-enabled products is expected in Q1 2005. http://www.atheros.comhttp://www.pctel.com