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Wireless LAN performance
This tech tip looks at the often-tricky endeavor of benchmarking the performance of wireless LANs. We examine the key issues and what to look out for, and then explore a recommended practice for efficiently and effectively measuring the performance o... Tip
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WLAN troubleshooting with spectrum analyzers
When users complain that the WLAN is slow, it's time to break out the Wi-Fi toolbox. Wireless protocol analyzers can diagnose some issues but spectrum analyzers go deeper. Tip
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Configure Cisco wireless bridges for point-to-point networking
Point-to-point wireless bridging is ideal for many business networks. In this tip, learn how point-to-point wireless bridging can help you, the pros and cons of using it, and the configuration of the Cisco wireless bridges that make it work. The auth... Tip
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Understanding wireless antennas -- Part 2
Upgraded antennas can improve wireless LAN performance, reach and security. Tip
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VLANs -- Controlling wired and wireless traffic
Today, most business networks rely on virtual LANs (VLANs) to partition Ethernets and control the destinations reached by each worker. As users begin to shift between Ethernet and Wi-Fi throughout the work day, it makes sense to apply VLANs to both w... Tip
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Understanding wireless antennas - part 1
Types of wireless LAN antennas, including omni-directional monopole and dipole antennas, are explained in this tip. Tip
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Cisco wireless access point configuration from scratch
Learn what the Cisco 1242 wireless access point can do for you and how to configure one from scratch. This tip covers basic security settings, enabling the wireless radios, and how to make a successful connection. The 1242AG is a powerful business-gr... Tip
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WLAN test tools, expertise, turn theoretical network into reality
Specialized WLAN testing tools are needed to deploy and maintain an IEEE 802.11 wireless network. Tip
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Router Expert: Building a WLAN proxy server, implementing ASR
Using application service redirection (ASR) in the wireless LAN environment provides guest users enough information to be able to get access without the need for direct support. Tip
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Router Expert: Building a WLAN proxy server, implementing WPAD
Router expert Michael Martin continues his discussion of building a WLAN proxy server by explaining how to implement Web Proxy Auto Discovery Protocol (WPAD), which will allow guest users to automatically discover the wireless network. Tip