802.11 Wireless Networks Authoritative Guide = Wireless Networks (Second Edition. Photocopy Edition)

Author: Mattbew S. Gast
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: Using a wireless network is a liberating and free experience. However, behind this experience lies a complex protocol, and when data is not limited to transmission over physical lines, even more complex issues arise. How can networks be constructed to allow mobile users to move freely? How can wireless networks be expanded to be available wherever they are needed? What security issues do wireless networks pose? How can wireless networks be tuned to optimal performance? How can sufficient capacity be provided to support the initial desired users? How can the various problems brought about by more users accessing the network be handled? 802.11 Wireless Network Authoritative Guide, Second Edition discusses all the above issues and other related topics. This book is primarily written for rigorous system administrators or network administrators who are deploying or maintaining wireless networks. It extensively discusses security issues in wireless networks, including security issues with the WEP standard, and covers dynamic WEP and 802.1X, 802.11i security standards. Since network monitoring is a must for any rigorous network administrator, this book has dedicated chapters explaining how to use Ethereal and other tools for network analysis and troubleshooting. 802.11 Wireless Network Authoritative Guide also introduces the latest developments in wireless networks. In addition to the 802.11b and 11a standards, this book covers 802.11g and looks ahead to the 802.11n protocol, which is becoming a standard. This new edition expands the discussion on network planning architecture and focuses particularly on mobility between access points, spectrum management, and power control. This book is currently the only resource that explains how to measure wireless network performance and how to tune the network to optimal performance. Finally, 802.11 Wireless Network Authoritative Guide demonstrates how to configure wireless adapters and Linux, Windows, and macOSX systems, as well as how to handle access points. Few books can organically combine the theoretical knowledge you need to master with the practical experience and advice required to get the job done. 802.11 Wireless Network Authoritative Guide is one such excellent book. If you are responsible for managing a wireless network, you need this book. Matthew S. Gast is an authoritative author in wireless network planning and deployment.