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The Book of Wireless, Second Edition
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The Book of Wireless, Second Edition

by John Ross
January 2008
Intermediate to advanced content levelIntermediate to advanced
336 pages
9h 43m
English
No Starch Press
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Chapter 13. ALTERNATIVES TO WI-FI: WIRELESS BROADBAND DATA

ALTERNATIVES TO WI-FI: WIRELESS BROADBAND DATA

Wi-Fi is not the only way to connect a computer to the Internet. Several other methods are also out there, and each of them offers a unique combination of advantages and drawbacks. Wired LANs and connections through power lines are often faster and more convenient than Wi-Fi for fixed installations such as home and office networks; other radio services might be better for connecting your smartphone, laptop, or PDA.

Every connection method is a trade-off among data transfer speed, ease of access, cost, and other features. For many users, the added convenience of a single connection that's ...

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