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Wireless LAN Implications

Wireless LANs offer tremendous benefits, as described in an earlier section of this tutorial. Project managers and design engineers should be aware, however, of the following potential problems from the implementation and use of wireless networking:

  • Multipath propagation
  • Path loss
  • Radio signal interference
  • Battery longevity
  • System interoperability
  • Network security
  • Connection problems
  • Installation issues
  • Health risks
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In this tutorial:

  1. Wireless Networks
  2. Mobility
  3. Installation in Difficult-to-Wire Areas
  4. Increased Reliability
  5. Reduced Installation Time
  6. Wireless LAN Applications
  7. Home and Small Office
  8. General Enterprise Systems
  9. Wireless Services
  10. Wireless LAN Technologies
  11. IEEE 802.11
  12. HiperLAN
  13. HomeRF SWAP
  14. Bluetooth
  15. Wireless LAN Implications
  16. Multipath Propagation
  17. Path Loss
  18. Radio Signal Interference
  19. Inward Interference
  20. Outward Interference
  21. Techniques for Reducing Interference
  22. Potential Frequency Interference Between 802.11 and Bluetooth
  23. Limited Battery Longevity
  24. System Interoperability
  25. Network Security
  26. Security Threats
  27. Security Safeguards
  28. Application Connectivity Problems
  29. Installation Issues
  30. Health Risks
  31. Wireless LANs: A Historical Perspective