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== Configuring WiFi Access Point with hostapd ==
== Configuring WiFi access point with hostapd ==


hostapd is a versatile tool for setting up a WiFi Access Point and generally offers more options and flexibility compared to NetworkManager. For instance, hostapd enables the creation of a WiFi 6 Access Point, which is not currently possible with NetworkManager.
hostapd is a versatile tool for setting up a WiFi access point and generally offers more options and flexibility compared to NetworkManager. For instance, hostapd enables the creation of a WiFi 6 access point, which is not currently possible with NetworkManager.


While NetworkManager facilitates complete automation of WiFi, DHCP server, and NAT configuration, hostapd provides more granular control over these settings, making it a preferred choice for advanced configurations.
While NetworkManager facilitates complete automation of WiFi, DHCP server, and NAT configuration, hostapd provides more granular control over these settings, making it a preferred choice for advanced configurations.
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Now, devices connecting to the access point on uap0 will have network access through eth0.
Now, devices connecting to the access point on uap0 will have network access through eth0.
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