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What Is Bluetooth?
Jul 12, 2002
Find out what is really behind the buzzword Bluetooth and how it can help you and your company with short-range wireless communication.
What's Upcoming in the Bluetooth™ Specification?
Nov 30, 2001
In this article, Brent A. Miller examines just a few of the areas in which work is currently underway in the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG).
Why Bluetooth 1.1?
May 11, 2001
If you're wondering what changed between Bluetooth version 1.0b and version 1.1, you've come to the right place. Jennifer Bray points out the differences between the two versions and explains why the changes were necessary.
Will Cell Phones be Responsible for the Next Internet Worm?
Apr 28, 2006
The mobile devices you know and love are great for productivity, but they have completely changed the vulnerability state of our networks. Norm Laudermilch tells you why you should be afraid, very afraid.
Windows' Roaming Profiles to the Rescue
Apr 29, 2005
Depending on how you apply them, roaming profiles can do anything from making your life easier to saving your bacon. If a user needs access from all over the building, roaming profiles are a convenience. If you have 50 users and only 10 computers, roaming profiles are an easy solution. If an entire department's computers die in the middle of a critical project, roaming profiles are a lifesaver.
Windows XP Wireless Security
Aug 16, 2002
Join the crowd and go wireless. Learn how to set up and configure a wireless network in Windows XP in the most secure and cost-effective manner.
Wireless Application Protocol 2.0
Nov 9, 2001
In this article, Chris Bennett provides an overview of the latest WAP release: WAP 2. This major reworking of WAP addresses the concerns of the critics and brings WAP in line with existing Web standards.
Wireless Architecture and Design
Feb 2, 2007
Prepare for the CCNP BCMSN exam by mastering WLAN Security, Wireless Client Operation, AP Association and Roaming, and Cell Layout and Channel Usage.
Wireless Channel Modeling
Dec 27, 2002
The emergence of wireless systems that require more and more bandwidth means the task of conquering the wireless channel is becoming more difficult. This chapter presents an overview of channel modeling history in the context of wireless communications and demonstrates the need for studying the full space–time wireless channel. Topics covered include the historical context of wireless channel modeling, importance of the spatial channel interface, and trends in wireless influencing channel modeling.
Wireless Communications: Modeling Random Fading Channels
Mar 5, 2004
The goal of this chapter is to develop the terminology, definitions, and basic concepts of modeling a random wireless channel that can be a function of time, frequency, and receiver position in space. It will familiarize you with most of the terms and constructs of random process theory used to describe unpredictable space–time wireless channels.
Wireless Design Considerations
Dec 14, 2001
John Vacca examines the current state-of-the-art technology and explores future trends in wireless system design and design methodology.
Wireless in Wartime
Jul 26, 2002
Are we ready for 21st century warfare? Although the cell phone swinging from your hip may be the source of fun and family connectedness, this technology takes on very serious dimensions during critical times.
Wireless is Calling - Will You Answer? Why Wireless Networking is a Promising Career Choice
By David Hucaby
Jun 25, 2013
David Hucaby shares his thoughts on why wireless engineering is a satisfying career choice, especially with new wireless capabilities rolling out all the time.
Wireless LAN Benefits and Applications
Nov 29, 2000
Wireless LANs offer some significant benefits over traditional LANs, including mobility and cost savings. Wireless networking expert Jim Geier discusses the benefits of and most likely applications for this emerging technology.
Wireless LAN Design
Jun 2, 2006
This chapter discusses wireless LAN (WLAN) technology and describes how it improves mobility. After introducing WLANs as strategic assets to corporate networks, WLAN standards and components are discussed. The security and management of WLANs are explored, followed by design considerations for WLANs.
Wireless LAN Fundamentals: Mobility
Jan 9, 2004
This sample chapter covers the characteristics of roaming, Layer 2 and 3 roaming, and an introduction to Mobile IP.
Wireless LAN Issues
Nov 29, 2000
Although wireless LANs offer some real promise, they also offer their own set of problems and issues, including security, signal interference, and interoperability. In this article, Jim Geier explores some of the issues surrounding the implementation ...
Wireless LAN Requirements
Nov 29, 2000
When you've made the decision to go with a wireless LAN implementation, then you'll need to determine your requirements, such as mobility, security, schedule, and budget. Wireless networking expert Jim Geier gives you a checklist to get you started.
Wireless LAN Technology
Dec 13, 2000
Wireless LAN technology lets your users roam the company with laptops and handheld devices, working where they need to be with access to the company network. This article surveys the technologies and characteristics you can deliver with a wireless ...
Wireless LANs
By William Stallings
Apr 27, 2001
In his fifth article in a seven-part series, network expert Bill Stallings provides an overview of wireless LANs and the IEEE 802.11 standards.

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