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Wireless and Mobile Networks
The learning goals for this chapter are as follows:
- Obtain an understanding of the rate, range, power, and applications for the various wireless network technologies
- Learn the special features of, and the differences between, the infrastructure and ad hoc modes of operation
- Learn the characteristics of the four major 802.11 wireless standards
- Explore the various facets and ramifications of using Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antennas with 802.11n
- Understand the numerous issues associated with the use of the MAC layer in collision avoidance with Carrier Sense Multiple Access (CSMA), i.e., CSMA/CA
- Learn the integration of wired and wireless distribution system and access points
- Explore the standards and ...
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