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