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Wireless Standards


Wireless network standards change quickly. Keep up on the specs, including details on WiMAX; wireless security specifications like WPA and WEP; and the many 802.11 wireless LAN standards, especially the upcoming 802.11n.
IN THIS TOPIC:  NEWS (21) , EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE (77) , REFERENCE & LEARNING (34) , WEBCASTS (2) , DOWNLOADS (1) , DEFINITIONS (11)

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802.11 protocols
LEARNING GUIDE - 802.11 wireless protocols and deployment basics are discussed in this guide.

  NEWS: 1 - 3 of 21
Vendors at Interop in a scrum over WLAN architecture
SearchNetworking.com | 07 May 2008
ARTICLE - At Interop 2008, a panel discussion on WLAN architecture alternatives turned into an argument between Aruba Networks and Extricom over radio channel use.
802.11n Wi-Fi adoption faces Power over Ethernet hurdle
SearchNetworking.com | 10 Apr 2008
ARTICLE - Enterprises that are looking at 802.11n Wi-Fi should make sure their chosen vendor has solved the Power over Ethernet problem.
Tech Watch: WiMax technology will widen your wireless world ... someday
SearchITChannel.com | 15 Jan 2008
ARTICLE - WiMax technology revenue will see big growth in the next few years, though it's less certain when your customers will implement. That said, you should keep your eye on WiMax.
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  EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1 - 3 of 77
WIRELESS STANDARDS EXPERTS
Lisa Phifer
Vice President, Core Competence Inc.
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Upgrading to 802.11n: Key considerations
Submitted By: by Lisa Phifer | 10 Apr 2008
CHECKLIST - This 802.11n checklist will help you determine where, how, and when to migrate to 802.11n Wi-Fi, and how to maximize benefit and minimize pain.
What can we expect in an 802.11n Wireless LAN standard implementation?
19 Mar 2008
EXPERT ANSWER - At what stage is 802.11n implementation in, and what changes can we expect to see with it? Learn about the standard from wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer.
Wireless security protocols -- How WPA and WPA2 work
Submitted By: SearchNetworking.com | 13 Mar 2008
TIP - WPA and WPA2 improve upon WEP's encryption methods for better 802.11 wireless security.
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  REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 34
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.
Introduction to wireless networks -- from 'The book of wireless'
No Starch Press | 14 Feb 2008
CHAPTER DOWNLOAD - Learn about the standards and specifications that control wireless networks and explains how data moves through the network from one computer to another.
802.11 protocols
SearchNetworking.com | 13 Sep 2007
LEARNING GUIDE - 802.11 wireless protocols and deployment basics are discussed in this guide.
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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.
802.11a, b, or g? Making Sense of Wireless LAN Radio Technology - Vendor Webcast

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PREMIERED:   16 MAR 2004, 14:00 EST (19:00, GMT)
SUMMARY:   Legra Systems and Terrawave Solutions will provide a practical review of 802.11 WLAN radio standards, and describe radio-specific considerations for enterprise network architects to optimize performance of WLANs.
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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 11
Link Quality Source Routing
29 Aug 2005
WORD - Link Quality Source Routing (LQSR) is a routing protocol for wireless mesh networks. The protocol was developed by Microsoft for use with their Mesh Connectivity Layer (MCL) technology, which facilitates the interconnection ...
802.11a
18 Jul 2004
WORD - 802.11a is one of several specifications in the 802.11 family applicable to wireless local area networks (wireless LANs or WLANs). 802.11a provides specifications for wireless ATM systems and is used in access hubs.Networks ...
home address
12 Sep 2002
WORD - In the Mobile Internet Protocol (Mobile IP), a home address is the relatively permanent IP address given to a mobile node. The home address remains unchanged no matter where the mobile node is located. The Internet ...
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SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Wireless Standards: 
Wireless Network Management, Wireless LAN Equipment, Wireless Network Implementation, Wireless Network Security, Wireless WANs, Voice over WLAN


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