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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 (22) , EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE (85) , REFERENCE & LEARNING (35) , WEBCASTS (2) , DOWNLOADS (1) , DEFINITIONS (12)

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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 22
802.11n wireless LAN adoption is booming in colleges and universities
SearchNetworking.com | 27 Aug 2008
ARTICLE - 802.11n wireless LAN adoption is high among colleges and universities.
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.
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  EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1 - 3 of 85
WIRELESS STANDARDS EXPERTS
Lisa Phifer
Vice President, Core Competence Inc.
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Mastering 802.11n: Implementation tips and answers to frequently-asked WLAN questions
Submitted By: SearchNetworking.com | 28 Oct 2008
PODCAST AND FAQ - Learn how to avoid and troubleshoot common 802.11n implementation issues.
IEEE 802.11w protects wireless LAN management frames
Submitted By: SearchNetworking.com | 23 Oct 2008
TIP - IEEE 802.11w will protect against attacks on wireless LAN management frames for better wireless security.
What power supply problems do 802.11n wireless networks pose?
22 Oct 2008
EXPERT ANSWER - The power supply requirements demanded of 802.11n wireless networks won't be affordable for enterprises until the IEEE standard and supporting network hardware are approved and have caught up. Here are some options for fixing ...
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  REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 35
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.
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.
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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 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 Wireless Standards: 
Wireless Network Security, Wireless WANs, Voice over WLAN, Wireless Network Management, Wireless LAN Equipment, Wireless Network Implementation



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