How to use the command 'wps' (with examples)

The wps command assists AirPort in connecting to a network using Wireless Protected Setup. It is not meant to be manually invoked and is typically used by networking services in the background. For more information, you can refer to the man page .

Use case 1: Starting the daemon

Code:

wps

Motivation: Starting the daemon allows AirPort to use the Wireless Protected Setup feature to connect to a network securely. By invoking this command, you ensure that the necessary processes and services are running in the background.

Explanation: The wps command starts the daemon responsible for managing the Wireless Protected Setup feature on AirPort. The daemon listens for WPS requests from clients and initiates the setup process when required.

Example output:

WPS daemon started successfully.
Listening for WPS requests.

Conclusion:

The wps command is used to start the daemon that manages the Wireless Protected Setup feature on AirPort. It is important to remember that this command should not be manually invoked, as it is typically used by networking services. Proper usage of the command ensures that AirPort can securely connect to a network using WPS.