How do I create an ad hoc network in Windows 8?

Posted by George Edison on Super User See other posts from Super User or by George Edison
Published on 2012-03-12T18:54:50Z Indexed on 2012/03/27 11:33 UTC
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For the life of me, I can't figure out how to create an ad hoc wireless network in Windows 8. Here is what happens if I follow the steps from Windows 7:

  1. Right click the network icon and click "Network and Sharing Center":

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  2. Click "Set up a new connection or network":

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  3. Where is the option to create an ad hoc network?

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Therefore I have two related questions:

  • Did I miss something? Is it in there somewhere and I just haven't found it yet?
  • If this feature is not available, is there a tool somewhere I can use that provides this capability?

Further information:

  • I have an Intel Wireless WiFi 4965 AGN adapter.
  • I tried the Intel PRO wireless tool and it didn't offer an ad hoc option.

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