There are many free tools and applications available for helping decipher wireless networks. One of the most popular is Netstumbler. Obtain the software at www.

netstumbler.com and follow the links for downloads.The site has a list of supported wireless cards. Using the Netstumbler software, determine the following:

a. How many access points in your network have the same SSID?

b. What is your signal strength to your access point?

c. How many other wireless networks and access points can you find?