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Revolution Computer Systems
offer total wireless networking solutions, including both inner
office and point to point connections. A wireless network
connection is exactly the same as a wired connection to your
network - except you have the mobility to move from area to area
without being tethered to wires. Point to Point wireless
connections are ideal for companies needing to network remote
offices located in the same general vicinity.
The relatively common wireless networking
topology is called 802.11b, also known as Wireless. This
topology connects computers together without wires. Wireless
networks are currently the fastest growing type of networks in the
U.S. because users can set them up without running cables between
their computers. They also allow a user with a laptop the freedom to
roam about his house, or in some cases, their front or backyard, and
still maintain access to the Internet and the rest of his network.
This solution is more elegant than Ethernet when the computers are
far apart from each other or from the cable modem.
First, a look at local area wireless
networks...
Access Points and Bridge Routers
These devices are the data transfer stations in the network. They
operate just like a hub in a wired network, connecting multiple
computers and devices together, but without wires. They also provide
a bridge between the wireless network and a previously existing
wired network. Bridge routers are access points that also provide a
connection for a high-speed modem and basic routing capability for
several computers.
Client Adapters: PC cards, USB devices and modules
Wired or wireless, every network uses adapters. Whether they are
removable cards for notebooks or USB adapters for desktops, they are
the link between the computer and the network. If you have hardware
already integrated with a wireless adapter like many new laptops
featuring Intel Centrino Mobile Technology, you will not need a
separate adapter.
Who uses wireless networks, anyway?
Now, let's take a look at the
advantages of point to point wireless networks...
Often times, you may have two
offices, or an office and another building, that you would like to
offer connectivity to your network. You can use a
leased line connection, from the
telephone company, however, the monthly costs may not justify the
need. Wireless point to point networking allows you connect
the two offices using wireless equipment, purchased by you for a one
time cost, hense eliminating the monthly telco fees. Here is
an example of how it can work for you:
Want more information?
We have located a
short tutorial on Wireless networking if you are interested in
finding out more. Check it out and let us know what you think!
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