Skip Base station and just use AppleTV for WiFi?

Hello all.
I am currently using Airport base station extreme (6th edition) with the Apple TV 3rd edition. My question is,
I'm moving out and I wanted to split the two up. I would take the base station and leave the AppleTV for my roommate.
Is it possible to use the AppleTV to broadcast  WiFi single and use it for channels if I plug the cable modem directly to the AppleTv?
Roommate will only be using the TV with an antenna for local channels and apple TV for netflix. They still want WiFi in the house though for internet.
What are my options?

If you want to use it (without a data plan) as a GPS, you'll need to purchase a navigation app that has built-in maps.  Navigon is one, although I can't recommend it.  Google for reviews of others.

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