Method and apparatus for an automatic multi-rate wireless/wired computer network

A method and apparatus for implementing a wireless/wired computer network in an indoor environment with inherent reliability is disclosed. A master network box connected to an AC power network and a master computer generates an RF field around the computer, the home, and AC power network. The integration and implementation of additional devices to the established network is made through additional appliance boxes. Once introduced into the generated RF field, or connected to the AC power network, the additional device is automatically and seamlessly registered and configured into the network without requiring any user intervention. The network is capable of multiple modulation schemes for providing robust wired or wireless communication for various devices which have different power and data rates. The programming of the master computer enables the automated registration of additional devices, and can provide superior control over the devices connected to the network, either via the AC power network, or via RF wireless transmission through the multiple modulation schemes.