Wireless Networks First-step

by James T. Geier

Your First-Step into the World of Wireless Networks As a basic introduction to wireless networking, Wireless Networks First-Step assumes that readers have no previous wireless experience. The book provides an overview of wireless networking, along with details of applicable standards and technologies. Newcomers to wireless technologies will find practical information along with an abundance of examples. Case studies throughout the chapters provide real-world implementation examples, presented in a non-technical fashion. Implementation details are discussed only to the extent that readers can identify what type of wireless network may be appropriate for their needs. Wireless Networks First-Step , written by Jim Geier, begins with a basic introduction to wireless networks and an explanation of radio wave communications. It then reviews different types of wireless networks including WPANs (wireless personal area networks), WLANs (wireless local area networks), wireless MANs (metropolitan area networks), and WWANs (wireless wide area networks). The final section covers security threats to wireless networks, and solutions to combat these threats. 158720111903232004

238 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2004

Reviews

[Ian Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

It wasn't what I expected. It's a college book suitable for someone going into the business. Virtually no use to someone just wanting to figure out how to handle their store bought home network stuff.