Using the Macintosh Configuration Utility
MAC Address – The Media Access Control (MAC) address is a
unique identifier assigned to a network interface. Most users do
not need to know this information.
SSID – The name of the wireless network you are connected to.
BSSID – Basic Service Set Identifier (BSSID) usually this is the
MAC address of the access point you are connected to.
Security – The security and encryption used by your wireless
network.
Connection – Shows the status of your wireless connection.
Network Type – Shows what type of wireless network you are
on, either Infrastructure (most users) or Ad Hoc.
Channel – Shows the wireless channel of your connection.
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