Need Linux wireless utility for Netgear WG511

[ArcticFox]

I'd like to put Linux back on yet again but I won't do it unless I can use my wireless card. I didn't pay $130 for nothing (card and router). Is there a program, and instructions on how to install it, for Linux (probably will be Mandrake) that will allow me to browse and connect to AP's and routers? I'd also like to be able to access Windows shares (Samba anyone) but I don't have to.

http://prism54.org/supported_cards.php

http://www.larsen-b.com/archives/000073.html

just a warning connecting to routers and access points you do not have premission to access is illegal


samab is built into mandrake and works pretty well out of the box, remember tho it can not write to NTFS

[ArcticFox]

Originally posted by GroundZero3
just a warning connecting to routers and access points you do not have premission to access is illegal

Thanks for both those links. Two things:

I own a Netgear WGR614 router, so I can connect to that legally.
I live by two coffee/book shops with free wireless internet, so I can connect to that legally. I only went wardriving once just for fun, but didn't do anything stupid. I'm aware of the law and where the (fine) line is, and I don't cross it unless....... (smiles)

Edit - I assume my card has a Prism chip inside???

You have the G card correct?

[ArcticFox]

Yeah the WG511 is a B/G card with the sucky (read: not my first choice) one-peice design, ala no add-on antennas or even a movable rod. Just a thing sticking out the side.