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802.11 wireless LAN standards, from 802.11a/b/g to 802.11n, are covered in this section of WLAN topics. Information on WiMAX and wireless security specifications, like WPA2, WPA and WEP, are also explained.
IN THIS TOPIC:  NEWS (27) , EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE (82) , REFERENCE & LEARNING (32) , WEBCASTS (2) , DOWNLOADS (1) , DEFINITIONS (12)

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802.11 protocols
LEARNING GUIDE - Learn about the newest wireless protocol, 802.11n, as well as how to evaluate which protocol is best for your environment. You also get a run-down of 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g.

  NEWS: 1 - 3 of 27
802.11n wireless APs bring IP video to sprawling Illinois high school
SearchNetworking.com | 27 Oct 2009
ARTICLE - Teachers at Lyons Township High School, a school of nearly 4,000 students, are bringing Wi-Fi and IP video to the classroom with wireless tablets and an 802.11n wireless network.
802.11n ratification will drive down wireless LAN prices
SearchNetworking.com | 23 Sep 2009
ARTICLE - Now that the IEEE has ratified 802.11n, you will see vendors slash their wireless LAN prices.
Wireless LAN performance management and security standards beefed up
SearchNetworking.com | 23 Jul 2009
INTERVIEW - The Wi-Fi Alliance is attacking wireless LAN performance management and security with new certifications and standards.
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  EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1 - 3 of 82
WLAN STANDARDS EXPERTS
Lisa Phifer
President, Core Competence Inc.
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How does Wi-Fi ad-hoc mode react when 802.11n and legacy peers are present?
22 Sep 2009
EXPERT ANSWER - Learn how the different types of 802.11 wireless networking affect network performance, network infrastructure, ad-hoc stations, and various security issues, from our expert Lisa Phifer.
Wireless vs. Wi-Fi: What is the difference between Wi-Fi and WLAN?
10 Sep 2009
EXPERT ANSWER - Learn the differences between WLAN (Wireless LAN) and a Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) and why knowing the difference between networking protocols is so important, from our expert Tessa Parmenter.
Will 802.11x wireless products be compatible with 802.11n?
27 Mar 2009
EXPERT ANSWER - In 2009, we will see a new wireless standard emerge addressing 802.11x product compatibility issues. Wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer explains how current wireless devices may become outdated, in this expert response.
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  REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 32
802.11 protocols
SearchNetworking.com | 13 Sep 2008
LEARNING GUIDE - Learn about the newest wireless protocol, 802.11n, as well as how to evaluate which protocol is best for your environment. You also get a run-down of 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g.
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.
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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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 12
Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM)
14 Oct 2008
WORD - What is Wi-Fi Multimedia? Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), previously known as Wireless Multimedia Extensions (WME), is a subset of the 802.11e wireless LAN (WLAN) specification that enhances quality of service (QoS) on a network by ...
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 ...
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SEE ALSO - Topics Related to WLAN Standards: 
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks, Wireless LAN Implementation, WLAN Security



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