This tool shows the wireless networks currently
available and allows you to switch between them, and to change
their configurations. If you haven't configured your wireless
interface yet, please refer to Section 1.1.2, “Wireless Connection”
for information. Figure 9.10, “DrakRoam Interface” shows
DrakRoam's interface: a list of the
available networks, together with their status, and buttons for
actions at the bottom.
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To change networks, select one of those from the list, then click on . If the network is public you will be immediately connected. If the network is private, then you are asked for configuration parameters with the same dialog shown in Figure 9.11, “Changing Wireless Network Configuration”. Provide required settings (in particular, the encryption key) and click . Settings take effect immediately.
If you need to change the network parameters, just select the network from the list, then click on . See Figure 9.11, “Changing Wireless Network Configuration” for an example of a secured wireless network connection.
Make your adjustments and click , the settings take effect immediately.