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Wireless AP SSID and channel configuration for a distribution network
Multiple access points (AP) on a wireless network require careful configuration. Learn how channel frequency and Service Set Identifiers (SSID) should be set up for seamless transition between APs. Ask the Expert
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How 802.11n wireless APs in Greenfield mode affect nearby networks
802.11n high throughput (HT), or Greenfield mode is an efficient method of communication across the wireless LAN that 802.11a/g devices don't recognize. Lisa Phifer explains in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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How to create a Wi-Fi hotspot
Creating a Wi-Fi hotspot can be done one of two ways. Our site wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer explains how to create a prepaid hotspot from the ground up. Ask the Expert
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How to link wired LANs using wireless network bridges and APs
Our wireless networking expert aids an administrator deploy a WLAN in this response to the question "How can I link my wired LANs using ZyXEL's B-3000 access point (AP) and B-420 wireless bridges?" Ask the Expert
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Can neighboring 802.11n and 802.11g networks avoid coexistence problems?
After an 802.11n migration, our wireless networking expert explains how to avoid coexistence problems with neighboring businesses that still use 802.11g. Ask the Expert
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Creating a wireless bridge to connect clients distant from APs
Learn how to use one Wi-Fi module for creating a wireless bridge in order to connect clients that are distant from your access points (APs), in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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How a TV station tower will affect your wireless network
Learn how to normalize the effects a TV station tower might have on your wireless network in this expert response explaining radio frequencies. Ask the Expert
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Why do Linksys WMP300N wireless cards have three antenna connectors?
Before you make a larger antenna for your wireless network card, know how the Linksys WMP300N connects to its antenna, and understand why it has three connectors. Ask the Expert
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Differences between WLANs, Wi-Fi and WiMax
Wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer explains the differences between WLAN, WiMax and Wi-Fi and provides an excellent tutorial on what separates Wi-Fi from WLAN. Ask the Expert
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LANs vs. WLANs: Which network designs are used for each company size?
Which network design is easier to implement, LANs or wireless LANs? Our network administration expert explains this and which designs best fit particular functions and areas of your organization. Ask the Expert