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 ====== MESHdesk Node Config Utility ====== ====== MESHdesk Node Config Utility ======
-  * As of October 2016 we've released a fresh version of the **MESHdesk Node Config Utility** to include new features not supported yet in the industry.+  * As of October 2016 we have released a fresh version of the **MESHdesk Node Config Utility** to include new features not supported yet in the industry.
   * This page will discuss the new **MESHdesk Node Config Utility**. We will divide the discussion into segments similar to the tabs of the **MESHdesk Node Config Utility**.   * This page will discuss the new **MESHdesk Node Config Utility**. We will divide the discussion into segments similar to the tabs of the **MESHdesk Node Config Utility**.
   * Before we go into the various tabs let us first discover how to use the **MESHdesk Node Config Utility** (here after simply called the utility) in the correct manner.   * Before we go into the various tabs let us first discover how to use the **MESHdesk Node Config Utility** (here after simply called the utility) in the correct manner.
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   * This is where we use the utility.   * This is where we use the utility.
   * Another purpose for the utility is to 'prime' the hardware for an Internet connection.   * Another purpose for the utility is to 'prime' the hardware for an Internet connection.
-  * We took the lead and added extra functionality to our firmware which does not enforce an Ethernel (LAN) connection for Internet connectivity.+  * We took the lead and added extra functionality to our firmware so that you are not limited to Ethernet (LAN) connection for Internet connectivity anymore.
   * We now support the following types of Internet connections.   * We now support the following types of Internet connections.
-    * Ethernet (LAN) which require a DHCP server and Internet connection on the LAN the hardware connects to. This is the same as other cloud based controlled hardware like OpenMesh, Meraki, or IgniteNet. +    * Ethernet (LAN) which require a DHCP server and Internet connection on the LAN the hardware connects to. Most cloud based controlled hardware like OpenMesh, Meraki, or IgniteNet use only Ethernet. 
-    * **3G/4G dongle** support. For this you simply need hardware with a USB port. You then use the utility to preset the hardware with settings to obtain an Internet connection through the dongle. This is a first when compared to what is available today and will probably be first for a while since not many commercial cloud controlled hardware includes a USB port. +    * **3G/4G dongle** support. For this you simply need a router with a USB port. With the Node Config Utility you preset the hardware with settings to obtain an Internet connection through the dongle. Not many commercial cloud controlled hardware includes a USB port. 
-    * **WiFi Client** support. No need for extra hardware, we can simply use one of the existing radios to connect as a client to a WiFi network and distribute the connection from there. Again a first especially on meshes, since this is done in the firmware the commercial guys might have more success also implementing this.+    * **WiFi Client** support. No need for extra hardware, we can simply use your current WiFi router to connect as a client to a WiFi network and distribute the connection from there. In other words, we can build a mesh network onto your existing WiFi network. Again a first, especially on meshes.
  
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-  * With **3G/4G dongle ** and **WiFi Client** support we  can really say goodbye LAN cables on our meshes and access points! +  * With **3G/4G dongle ** and **WiFi Client** support we  can really say goodbye to LAN cables on our meshes and access points! 
-  * To read more about the 3G/4G support: [[user_guide:mobile_support|3G / Mobile support for APdesk and MESHdesk]] +  * [[user_guide:mobile_support|3G / Mobile support for APdesk and MESHdesk]] 
-  * To read more about the WiFi Client support: [[user_guide:wifi_client_support|Support for WiFi Client as an Internet connection]]+  * [[user_guide:wifi_client_support|Support for WiFi Client as an Internet connection]]
  
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   * The MediaTek and Atheros ath9k WiFi drivers allow the radio to support multiple modes simultaneously.   * The MediaTek and Atheros ath9k WiFi drivers allow the radio to support multiple modes simultaneously.
-  * This enable us offer this option while also using the same radio to do Mesh and Access Point at the same time.+  * This enable us to offer this option while also using the same radio to do Mesh and Access Point at the same time.
   * Remember though there will be a performance drop.    * Remember though there will be a performance drop. 
   * If speed is an issue consider using dual radio hardware instead or connecting through the LAN port   * If speed is an issue consider using dual radio hardware instead or connecting through the LAN port
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