Real World Wireless

Newer Standards

  • 802.11g
    • An add-on to 802.11b
    • Same 2.4GHz frequency spectrum
    • Provides 54Mbps raw data rate
    • Slower clients will slow the wLAN
  • 802.11a
    • Uses 5GHz frequency range
    • Less range & penetration
    • More channels
    • Provides 54Mbps raw data rate

Failed attempts include HiperLAN/2 (EU standard) and ShareWave (proprietary).

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