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hostapd vs mHotspot

A side-by-side look at hostapd and mHotspot. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

hostapd

hostapd

Network & Admin

hostapd is a user space daemon for access point and authentication servers. It implements IEEE 802.11 access point management, IEEE 802.1X/WPA/WPA2/EAP Authenticators, RADIUS client, EAP server, and basic bridging functionality.

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mHotspot

mHotspot

Network & Admin

mHotspot is a lightweight software that allows you to turn your Windows computer into a virtual wifi hotspot to share your internet connection with other devices. It is free, open source, and easy to set up.

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