Wireless LANs: Extending the Reach of a LAN

Contents

  1. Chapter Objectives
  2. Exploring Wireless Networking
  3. Understanding WLAN Security
  4. Implementing a WLAN
  5. Chapter Summary
  6. Review Questions

Chapter Description

This chapter describes the reasons for extending the reach of a LAN and the methods that can be used to do so, with a focus on RF wireless access.

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Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices, Part 1 (ICND1): CCNA Exam 640-802 and ICND1 Exam 640-822, 2nd Edition

Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices, Part 1 (ICND1): CCNA Exam 640-802 and ICND1 Exam 640-822, 2nd Edition

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Chapter Summary

The different 802.11 standards identify the characters of the transmissions used by WLANs, while the Wi-Fi certification ensures compatibility between devices.

To address common threats to WLAN services, security has evolved to include 802.1x and WPA/WPA2.

Wireless implementations are affected by distance, speed, and form factors.

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