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AirPort Extreme Wireless Networking and Internet Access
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.
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.
For More Information on AirPort Extreme
To purchase an AirPort Extreme Base Station, contact your Apple Authorized Reseller or
go to the Apple Store at www.apple.com/store.
AirPort Extreme
Base Station
Connection to the Internet
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