Scope: defines parameters used by the WiFi when running in host mode
File: /etc/hostapd/hostapd.conf
Notes: restart WiFi after any modification on this file
Relevant keys:
Key Name | Default Value | Notes |
---|---|---|
interface | wlan0 | Defines the WiFi host interface name |
ssid | AirSensEUR | This is the network name |
hw_mode | g | WiFi working mode (a/b/g/n) |
channel | 6 | Radio channel used in the network. Valid range is between 1-14 |
wpa | 2 | WPA algorithm type |
wpa_passphrase | AirSensEUR | Password used for network authentication |
wpa_key_mgmt | WPA-PSK | Key management algorithm |
wpa_pairwise | TKIP | Key management renewal option |