2007-08-07 06:20:17 · 4 answers · asked by crash_landing20 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ad_hoc#Ad_hoc_computer_network
Its for one sessions without the use of a base station
2007-08-07 06:22:44 · answer #1 · answered by Thomas H 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
People rely on wikipedia too damn much. Here's a plain english answer.
Ad-hoc networks are designed for flexibility. Unlike typical topographies, they require minimal planning in advance. In terms of a wireless network, infrastructure mode allows computers to communicate with each other as well as share an internet connection. Ad-hoc allows them only to use the same internet connection from a common router or access point.
Ad-hocs are ideal for public hotspots, while infrastructure is ideal for sharing files and printers on a home network. Infrastructure also requires more security.
2007-08-07 06:27:34 · answer #2 · answered by Xander Crews 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
This link should give you some good starting information.
2007-08-07 06:22:53 · answer #3 · answered by R M 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Computer to computer (no access point or router in between)
2007-08-07 06:22:10 · answer #4 · answered by mdigitale 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋