Chapter 15 : Wireless Connection Options

In the last chapter we covered wires, so this chapter covers nonwires, or wireless. Plenty of folks love the wireless connections on their networks, and plenty more folks can benefit from understanding how to construct a network with at least some wireless components.

Yet just like the different types of wires discussed in the previous chapter, wireless products have a variety of standards, applications, strengths, and weaknesses. Knowing which wireless products best fit your network situation will mean smoother installation, increased security, and more productivity when the network is up and running.

Wireless Advantages Inside Your Building

Wireless Standards Overview

  802.11b

  802.11a

  802.11g

  802.11g non-standard enhancements

    Methods used

    Interference caused

  Wi-Fi

  802.11 futures

Choosing The Right Wireless Local Area Network Hardware

  Router

    Choosing your router

    Placing your router

  Client connection hardware

  Hardware Configuration Tools

    Initial hardware setup

    Changes during use

Physical Design of Your Wireless Network

  Designing for security

  Designing for distance

    Quick checklist for distance improvements

    Placement tips

    Options

  Channel settings

Summary

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