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How to boost the wireless ranges of laptops
Learn how to boost the wireless range of a laptop computer so that you can reach the access point of a service provider in this how-to by wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer. Ask the Expert
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Which wireless client vendor will keep my network from disconnecting?
Learn which vendors provide universal wireless clients for Windows laptops that may address network and Internet disconnects as well as missing profile problems, in Ask the Expert response from Lisa Phifer. Ask the Expert
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What power supply problems do 802.11n wireless networks pose?
The power supply requirements demanded of 802.11n wireless networks won't be affordable for enterprises until the IEEE standard and supporting network hardware are approved and have caught up. Here are some options for fixing this problem while you w... Ask the Expert
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Will mixing 802.11g and n APs in the same network cause conflicts?
Learn how combining both 802.11g and 802.11n access points (APs) affects network behavior, in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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How each wireless technology differs: Wi-Fi, WiMax and WLANs
This expert response explains the difference between wireless technologies like Wi-Fi, WiMax and WLANs. Ask the Expert
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Voice over wireless LAN is on the rise: Prepare your networks
Research shows that voice over wireless LAN (VoWLAN) is set to explode. This will put new demands on network infrastructure for which network professionals must be prepared. Article
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Wireless LAN acquisition by Juniper might make sense in down economy
As Juniper and other vendors such as Foundry look to expand into the enterprise wireless LAN market, a troubled economy could present ripe acquisition possibilities. Aruba stated a desire to remain independent, however, while prime suspect Meru says ... Article
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Why wireless network cards show activity when no one uses the computer
Your wireless network card shows activity when you're not using it. Is someone hacking your unit? See what's using your connection in this explanation from our expert. Ask the Expert
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Wireless networking problems combining 802.11n and 802.11g APs cause
Will using both 802.11g and 802.11n access points cause problems with your wireless network? Learn from Wi-Fi expert Lisa Phifer how to ensure peaceful coexistence between old and new clients sharing the same frequency band, in this answer. Ask the Expert
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Wireless LAN tips from Iraq: Networking Joint Base Balad
Some wireless LAN fundamentals hold true whether you're outfitting a military base in Iraq or a branch office in Omaha. Babylon Communications, an Aruba integrator, shares some lessons learned from networking a military base in the Sunni Triangle. Article