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ALSO CALLED: Dual-mode Wireless LAN, Wireless Local Area Networks, and Wireless LAN
DEFINITION: A wireless LAN (or WLAN, for wireless local area network, sometimes referred to as LAWN, for local area wireless network) is one in which a mobile user can connect to a local area network (LAN) through a wireless (radio) connection. The IEEE 802.11 group of standards specify the technologies for wireless  … 
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Presentation Transcript: Wired and Wireless Network Infrastructures-- Planning Tips to Improve Network Performance and Reduce Costs
sponsored by Belden
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: This presentation transcript, taken from the webcast of the same name, will help inform network designers, planners and installers of important considerations in planning to help them optimize combined network performance and reduce project costs. It will provide recommendations and tips for installing or upgrading a structured cabling plant.
Posted: 24 Apr 2009 | Published: 24 Apr 2009
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E-Guide: Developing and Instituting Corporate Mobile Device Policies
sponsored by BlackBerry
EDITORIAL RESOURCE GUIDE: To learn how to develop appropriate policies for your organization and how to enforce them with mobile security and management tools, read this expert series of tips written by Mark Tauschek.
Posted: 15 Mar 2009 | Published: 21 Apr 2008
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How Professional Services Add Value to Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Projects
sponsored by Intermec
WHITE PAPER: This white paper shows how qualified service providers can add value to RFID projects, highlights some of the planning issues and considerations that call for experienced advice, and provides guidance to the types of services available and how to differentiate service providers.
Posted: 04 Mar 2009 | Published: 04 Mar 2009
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Digital Billboard Advertising - New Life for a Classic Medium
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Read this paper to learn more about the emerging trend of digital billboard advertising and how it can enhance responsiveness, flexibility and profits.
Posted: 02 Mar 2009 | Published: 02 Mar 2009
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Wireless Broadband: A Versatile and Reliable Network Alternative
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
BROCHURE: Read this brochure to learn why Motorola fixed wireless broadband solutions are a smart investment when balancing business needs with network performance and budget reality.
Posted: 02 Mar 2009 | Published: 02 Mar 2009
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Enterprise WLAN Infrastructure At-a-Glance
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
PRODUCT LITERATURE: Motorola offers a comprehensive portfolio of wireless LAN (WLAN) infrastructure solutions designed to enable the truly wireless enterprise, regardless of the size of your business. Read this paper to discover how Motorola products provide resiliency, security and performance equal to or greater than that of a wired network.
Posted: 02 Mar 2009 | Published: 02 Mar 2009
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Airports Use Network Virtualization to Consolidate and Scale Operations
sponsored by Cisco Systems, Inc.
CASE STUDY: The Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switch with Supervisor Engine 720-3BXL enabled Unique at Zurich Airport to successfully implement network virtualization using MPLS VPN technology.
Posted: 13 Jan 2009 | Published: 12 Jan 2009
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802.1X: Port-Based Authentication Standard for Network Access Control (NAC)
sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper will help you discover how to implement secure wireless LAN access (WLAN) across the enterprise network.
Posted: 19 Dec 2008 | Published: 01 Mar 2007
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Cisco Unified Communications: Unifying Communications Infrastructure
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: Cisco's unified communications vision combines individual systems with different communications capabilities into a cohesive, powerful communications ecosystem that allows a business to revolutionize itself overnight.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008
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TOPICS:  IP Telephony | PSTN | QOS | ROI | VoIP | WAN | WLAN

CCNA Wireless Certification
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This paper will describe the growing need for CCNA Wireless certification, what the CCNA Wireless certification is, its benefits, and what pre-requisites, exams, and training is required to get certified.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008
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Eleven Myths about 802.11 Wi-Fi Networks
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: In this paper examine 11 such myths and explore ways to use correct information about wireless LANs to make your networks scalable, secure and satisfying to your users.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008
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WPA2 Security: Choosing the Right WLAN Authentication Method for Homes and Enterprises
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This paper will explore the authentication methods available with WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) and identify several important best practices to consider when deploying a wireless network at home or in the enterprise.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Oct 2008
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Data Center LAN Connectivity Guide
sponsored by Juniper Networks, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This document introduces the issues related to changing data center needs and presents design considerations and recommendations for data center LANs.
Posted: 21 Oct 2008 | Published: 21 Oct 2008
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Enterprise Wireless LAN Security
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper describes the security challenges network administrators face defining and implementing security mechanisms within diverse wired and wireless network environments.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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WiMAX and WiFi Together: Deployment Models and User Scenarios White Paper
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper explores the complementary nature of WiMAX and WiFi, as well as illustrates how service providers can leverage these technologies to offer wireless broadband Internet connectivity and compelling new services at affordable prices and in m...
Posted: 13 Nov 2007 | Published: 01 Nov 2007
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A Manager's Guide to Wireless Hotspots - How to Take Advantage of Them While Protecting the Security of Your Corporate Network
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses the security risks inherent in public Wi-Fi Internet access and the best ways to mitigate these risks. It also discusses the benefits of hosting a corporate hotspot of your own.
Posted: 29 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 May 2007
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Bitpipe Research Guide: Wireless
sponsored by Bitpipe
RESOURCE CENTER: Wireless technology is becoming an important component of most enterprises' IT infrastructure.
Posted: 30 Nov 2006 | Published: 30 Nov 2006
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Making Sense of the Wireless World - BlackBerry for Wireless LAN
sponsored by BlackBerry
WHITE PAPER: This white paper reviews past and present technologies including a discussion of circuits and packets and also compares WLAN and WWAN networks in terms of advantages, challenges, and issues to consider when considering a wireless solution.
Posted: 05 Feb 2006 | Published: 01 Jan 2005
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WLAN DEFINITION (continued): …  LANs. 802.11 standards use the Ethernet protocol and CSMA/CA (carrier sense multiple access with collision avoidance) for path sharing and include an encryption method, the Wired Equivalent Privacy algorithm.High-bandwidth allocation for wireless will make possible a relatively low-cost wiring of classrooms in the United States. A similar frequency allocation has been made in Europe. Hospitals and businesses are also expected to install wireless LAN systems where existing LANs are not already in … 
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