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Why did Apple not allow Airdrop to operate over ethernet on a local network? I have a WiFi network running from an Apple router at home but I have a desktop hardwired to the router. To get Airdrop to work between the desktop devices in the Wifi network, I have to turn on WiFi on the desktop? Why? Seems a little inconvenient. I'd rather not have so many comms paths open.
iMac, OS X Yosemite (10.10)
AirDrop is an ad-hoc peer-to-peer network that does not require joining an existing network. AirDrop can be used where there is no existing network.
http://ipad.about.com/od/iPad_Guide/ss/What-Is-Airdrop-How-Does-It-Work.htm
Mac OS X Feedback
AirDrop works by creating an ad hoc wireless network between the two devices. It requires an Airport card that can connect to two wireless networks simultaneously.
There was a hidden prference to enable it on local networks, but it never was enabled by default. I imagine becuase it would drag down a corporate network if everyone was continuously advertising itself for AirDrop.
I don't remember the command or if it stil works.
Yes, but my question is why? It seems limiting for some configurations.
Thanks Barney-15E. You answered my question. It would be great if someone could find and verify the hidden preference/command.
AirDrop: Why is WiFi necessary?
