Using NetStumbler for Windows we will search for and attempt to connect to a wireless network.

Materials Needed:

• Microsoft Windows XP
• An 802.11b wireless card
• NetStumbler 0.4.0 Installer

Step 1: Install NetStumbler

Download and install NetStumbler from the project homepage at http://www.netstumbler.com

Step 2: Make Sure your Wireless Card is installed

Check your settings in the Device Manager portion of the Windows Control Panel. If you are already up and using the card then you are ready to stumble.

Step 3: Start NetStumbler

When NetStumbler starts up it will begin scanning by default. The main screen shows the detected access-points, and all the information gleaned about them. If you're having trouble finding access-points check in the 'Device' menu to make sure the correct wireless interface is selected. Keep in mind also that there may not be any access-points within range of your wireless card and you may have to walk around a bit.

Here is the default screen in NetStumbler

See NetStumbler in Action:

Flash Movie of NetStumbler Detecting Access-points