Wi-Fi for the Enterprise: Maximizing 802.11 for Business (Paperback)

Preface

Chapter 1: Wireless in Perspective

Introduction

Bluetooth

Infrared

HomeRF

Wi-Fi

General Packet Radio Service

Fixed Wireless Access

Laser Transmission

Conclusion

Chapter 2: Wireless Network Components

Introduction

PC Cards for Notebooks

PCI Cards for Desktops

Mini PCI Cards

USB Adapters

Compact Flash Cards

Secure Digital Cards

PDA Modules

Soft Wi-Fi

Access Points

Wireless Print Server

Wireless Bridges

Wireless Routers

Wireless Gateways

Conclusion

Chapter 3: Setting up the Network

Introduction

Types of Networks

Setting Up Computers for Networking

Configuration Details

Hub

Cabling

Verifying Network Connectivity

Conclusion

Chapter 4: Preparing for Wireless Deployment

Introduction

Needs Assessment

Performance Baselining

Asset Management

Security

Site Survey

The Design Process

Equipment Considerations

Deployment

Conclusion

Chapter 5: Access Points and Clients

Introduction

Access Point Setup

Using a Terminal Emulator

Client Setup

Conclusion

Chapter 6: Wireless Bridges

Introduction

Configuration

Mobile IP

Spanning Tree Protocol

Performance Monitoring

Applying Filters

Logs

Setting SNMP Traps

Conclusion

Chapter 7: Wireless Security

Introduction

Wireless LAN Security

Authentication Mechanisms

Addressing Security Threats

Hardening the Wireless LAN

Conclusion

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting the Wireless LAN

Introduction

Role of Protocol Analyzers

Basic Connectivity Issues

Client Adapters

Access Points

Bridges

Problem Diagnosis

Role of Management Systems

Conclusion

Chapter 9: Network Management

Introduction

Automatic Discovery

Topographical Views

Group Configuration

Performance Monitoring

Automated Software Updates

Remote Reboot

Troubleshooting

Alarms and Reporting

Integration with Platforms

Conclusion

Chapter 10: Selecting a Wireless Internet Service Provider

Introduction

Market Landscape

Types of Providers

Wireless Application Service Providers

Conclusion

Acronyms

Appendix

About the Author