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Wireless Home NetworksWireless Home Networks

By Abraham Kopyt, John Leonard, Christine Terry

IntroductionIntroductionWireless networks are a new technology.

That provide freedom and no cables

Technology InvolvedTechnology Involved

Available Networks

• Bluetooth

• IrDa

• HomeRF (SWAP)

• WECA (Wi-Fi)

Wireless networks use Radio Waves to send information and provide Portability

Pros and ConsPros and ConsPros

• Portability• Easy Installation• Spend more time on the

Internet• Email can be sent and

received from any location• Cable Free• Cheaper than entire wired

material• No more hard to reach

areas

Cons• Lost Connection due to

weather• Must be close to base

location• NIC cards can be expensive• Connection speeds can be

slow• Cordless phones, aluminum

siding, and microwaves may cause some interference

• High security threats

PricesPrices

System Price Installation Software Setup Mobility

Wired $140 Average Easy None

Wireless $270 Average Average Excellent

Regulatory IssuesRegulatory Issues

• What is Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) ?

• Wireless devices to use FHSS – removes interference with cordless devices

• Increase Spectrum Base – increase communication up to 300 feet

From the Federal Communications From the Federal Communications CommissionCommission

CompaniesCompanies

Leading product manufacturers:

• Linksys

• Diamond Multimedia

• Proxim

Future TrendsFuture Trends

• Faster Wireless Performance

• Company provided wireless Internet access

• Better security for wireless.

Systems for HomeownersSystems for Homeowners

• Access Point– Dedicated piece of hardware– Loaded software

• Wireless Network Card– Install proper drivers– Set that card’s network properties to obtain an

IP address automatically

• Close range of computers on system

ConclusionConclusion

Wireless Networks are a great solution for the home networking system.

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