Configured Ubuntu as a Wi-Fi Repeater

📅 2024-10-02 — Session: Configured Ubuntu as a Wi-Fi Repeater

🕒 02:30–02:40
🏷️ Labels: Ubuntu, Wi-Fi, Hostapd, Dnsmasq, Networking
📂 Project: Dev
⭐ Priority: MEDIUM

The session aimed to configure an Ubuntu system to function as a Wi-Fi repeater, enhancing network connectivity in the environment.

Detailed instructions were provided for setting up Ubuntu as a Wi-Fi repeater using both GUI and terminal commands with hostapd and dnsmasq.
Addressed port conflicts between dnsmasq and systemd-resolved, including disabling services and configuring DNS settings.
Diagnosed and resolved issues with hostapd, including unmasking the service and checking Wi-Fi adapter compatibility.
Created and configured the hostapd configuration file to ensure proper network setup.
Implemented a temporary solution for DNS issues by toggling systemd-resolved to allow dnsmasq to function correctly.

Successfully configured Ubuntu to act as a Wi-Fi repeater, resolving DNS and service issues that could interfere with network functionality.

Monitor the network performance and stability to ensure that the configuration remains effective over time.