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Router Expert: DHCP services for WLANs
Learn how to configure Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) services as part of a WLAN implementation. Tip
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WLAN security tools: Buyers' guide for SMBs
Wireless LAN security is critical for small and midsized businesses, which are often the target of unauthorized access attempts and denial-of-service attacks. Tip
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Check IT List: Network appliances for small offices
As the supply and demand for network and security tools increases for small and midsized businesses, so do the options for SMB network appliances. Ed Tittel offers advice for your network setup. Tip
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Purchasing the right Wi-Fi client
Companies devote considerable attention to purchasing Wi-Fi access points, routers, and switches, giving far less thought to Wi-Fi client selection. But it takes two to tango: client devices have major impact on WLAN operation. Discover how standar... Tip
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802.11a and g bring more sweet spots for wireless access
An often-overlooked factor in placing wireless access points, the difference between the 802.11a, b and g specifications can mean substantial differences in both data rates and available channels. In this tip, Tom Lancaster explores why you might wan... Tip
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Router Expert: Initial configuration of a Cisco 1200 802.11g WLAN access point
Our router expert continues his series on building a secure wireless LAN with a Linux base. This article explains how to utilize a single Cisco 1200 series access point to provide access to three different IP network segments using VLANs and multiple... Tip
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Wireless LAN management
Everyone is either deploying WLAN technology or considering the deployment of the technology. But the need for security and regulatory compliance is driving the need for better WLAN management. Robbie Harrell discusses strategies and tools for WLAN s... Tip
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Router Expert: Building VLAN interfaces in Linux and IOS
Segmenting a wireless LAN with VLANs can increase security. Find out from our router expert how to support VLAN interfaces in Linux and Cisco IOS. Tip
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Next generation wireless LAN capabilities
This tip covers an exciting new development in wireless technology -- location services. Tip
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Show me the money: WLAN return on investment
If your company hasn't yet jumped on the Wi-Fi band-wagon, or seems to be stuck at the pilot stage, projecting ROI may help you turn the crank on broader wireless deployment. Doing so may also highlight financial differences between WLAN design alte... Tip
Network Management Strategies for the CIO