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Wireless LAN Implementation


Learn how to set up a wireless local area network (WLAN) and what equipment is needed, in the implementation section of our WLAN topics. Wireless LAN products and devices -- such as wireless access points (WAPs), routers, switches, antennas and controllers -- are evaluated for specific network environments. Explanations of Wi-Fi installation, configuration and design planning can help networking pros obtain the best signal coverage and reduce RF interference for their business WLANs.
IN THIS TOPIC:  EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE (524) , REFERENCE & LEARNING (46) , NEWS (105) , WEBCASTS (2) , DOWNLOADS (1) , DEFINITIONS (8)

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WIRELESS LAN IMPLEMENTATION EXPERTS
Lisa Phifer
President, Core Competence Inc.
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Stolen laptop recovery using remote access and wireless network SSIDs
18 Jun 2009
EXPERT ANSWER - Remote access can allow users to locate lost or stolen laptops and devices. Learn how to leverage connectivity in order to find missing hardware in this advice from our wireless networking expert.
Wireless AP SSID and channel configuration for a distribution network
08 Jun 2009
EXPERT ANSWER - 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.
How 802.11n wireless APs in Greenfield mode affect nearby networks
14 Apr 2009
EXPERT ANSWER - 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.
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  REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 46
Wireless LAN vulnerabilities
SearchNetworking.com | 08 Sep 2008
PODCAST - Learn about common wireless LAN vulnerabilities and how a few best practices can change wireless LAN issues from a problem into a helpful tool for any enterprise.
Linksys WAP2000 Business Access Point: Review and configuration
SearchNetworking.com | 12 Jun 2008
SCREENCAST AND REVIEW - Learn how to configure the Linksys WAP2000 Business Access Point, and find out its positive and negative points, in this review and configuration screencast.
Wireless LANs -- 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, Third Edition,' Chapter 11
Cisco Press | 29 May 2008
CHAPTER DOWNLOAD - Learn about wireless LAN (WLAN) technology in preparation for the CCNA exam in this excerpt from the CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, Third Edition.
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802.11n wireless LAN access point market: Who's really in second place?
SearchNetworking.com | 02 Jul 2009
ARTICLE - Both vendors say they're in second place in 802.11n access point sales. Who's right?
Wireless LAN security: SonicWall joins crowded WLAN market
SearchNetworking.com | 25 Jun 2009
ARTICLE - Security vendor SonicWall has entered a very crowded wireless LAN market by turning its firewalls into WLAN controllers.
Distributed antenna systems and WLAN: A network management burden
SearchNetworking.com | 17 Jun 2009
ARTICLE - Network managers have more than one wireless network to worry about. Rising smartphone use will could require cellular network support.
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  WEBCASTS: 1 - 2 of 2
What the Experts Are Saying about Wireless Network Troubleshooting - Expert Webcast

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PREMIERED:   11 MAY 2005, 00:00 EDT (04:00, GMT)
SUMMARY:   While wireless access to information and applications does increased productivity, wireless LANs bring a new set of management and security challenges. In this presentation, you'll get an overview of wireless LANs including: key standards; the link and physical layer wireless LAN; infrastructure, bridge, and ad-hoc modes; and wireless switch architecture.
Designing and Deploying Secure Enterprise-Class WLANs - Vendor Webcast

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PREMIERED:   29 APR 2004, 12:00 EDT (16:00, GMT)
SUMMARY:   Are security concerns delaying your Wireless LAN (WLAN) deployment? Wireless standards and WLAN architectures are rapidly evolving, and using Ethernet LAN security solutions is not a complete answer. Register for the "Designing and Deploying Secure Enterprise-Class WLANs" webcast to learn the latest WLAN security strategies and solutions.
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  DOWNLOADS: 1 - 1 of 1
Wireless LAN management strategies
Published by: SearchNetworking.com | 18 Oct 2005
AUDIOCAST - Here we outline a checklist of recommended activities for top-notch management of your WLAN and provide tips for providing a strong and reliable signal. Listen to this MP3 today!
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  DEFINITIONS: 1 - 3 of 8
cognitive radio
06 May 2006
WORD - Cognitive radio (CR) is a form of wireless communication in which a transceiver can intelligently detect which communication channels are in use and which are not, and instantly move into vacant channels while avoiding ...
wireless mesh network
11 Jul 2005
WORD - A wireless mesh network is a mesh network created through the connection of wireless access points installed at each network user's locale. Each network user is also a provider, forwarding data to the next node. The ...
Asynchronous Pulsed Radiated Incident Light
31 Mar 2005
WORD - Asynchronous Pulsed Radiated Incident Light is a multi-duplicitous communication protocol (MDCP) used to configure wireless local area networks (WLANs) on the fly. The Asynchronous Pulsed Radiated Incident Light protocol is ...
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WLAN Security, Troubleshooting Wireless Networks, WLAN Standards



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