This guide strives to give useful information in a concise manner to help non-technical users get the best Wi-Fi connectivity and security with the least amount of money and time.
Concise
The goal is to explain clearly and in a few words; to be brief but comprehensive.
Connectivity
The best ways to get good Wi-Fi connectivity are simple and inexpensive turn-key solutions and even low-cost 'Do-It-Yourself' (DIY) alternatives. Appendices contain Linux codes to show how to implement powerful applications. Some technical know-how is helpful but not required.
Security
Wi-Fi is a two-way communication networking technology using 2.4 and 5 GHz radio bands. In other words, Wi-Fi operates on public 'airwaves'. Without any precaution, anyone nearby can tune into. It is similar to listening to CB or walkie-talkie radio conversation. This is why securing your privacy is at the center of this guide.
Gel Gepsy lives and writes in Northern California. He holds degrees in computer science, biochemistry and a Ph.D in Medical Information Science.
Following years of playing with technology in Silicon Valley, he lives now on a sailboat. His interests include mobile technology, radio DXing, bow hunting, and cooking. He has a passion for self-sufficiency, and individual freedom.
He maintains a blog at http://gelgepsy.com