The Reader

This might've changed with 10.6, but click the AirPort icon in the top menu
bar, then Create Network. If you don't have the icon, System Preferences >
Network > AirPort > Show AirPort status in menu bar.

I *think* you will also need to enable System Preferences > Sharing >
Internet Sharing. You'll need to be connected via ethernet cable to share
via AirPort, and vice versa.

Otto

On 4 March 2010 06:22, bob_vandiver <bobv@easystreet.net> wrote:

> Hiya,
>
> A couple of weeks ago somebody posted directions on how to make one's Mac
> Book behave like an Airport router. I saved the relevant instructions as a
> text clipping, thinking I would not need anymore info. This meant
> unfortunately that I did not save contact info.
>
> I tried to follow the instructions but once I turn the WiFi on it asks me
> for the name of the network i want it to join. I cannot get it to recognize
> itself as its own network.
>
> Also - what "sharing" services should I turn on for good communications
> with my iPhone?
>
> I tried to find this info at Apple. Good luck with that.
>

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