March 16, 2010

'Wi-Fi' Tag Index

Fluke AirCheck Wi-Fi Tester Reviewed

Lisa PhiferWi-Fi Planet's review of the Fluke AirCheck Wi- Fi Tester finds that even with some problems including PC-only configuration and inflexible reporting, "it could well become our first-look-go-to for routine trouble-shooting."
Tags: Wi-Fi, test, Fluke, Aircheck

Fluke Networks Offers new Version of OptiView Network Analyzer

Version 5.4 simplifies network and application troubleshooting across wired and wireless networks.
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Aruba Brings Wired/Wi-Fi Management Together

Lisa PhiferNewest AirWave release begins the process of bringing Ethernet and Wi-Fi management under the same roof.
Tags: wireless, Wi-Fi, Network Management & Monitoring, Aruba, AirWave

Vendor Neutral WLAN Management: Do Your Research (Updated)

Charlie SchlutingPicking a "vendor neutral" WLAN management system will require careful research and awareness of some tradeoffs.
Tags: Wi-Fi, hardware, WLAN, Network Management & Monitoring

Understanding Your WLAN Management Options

Charlie SchlutingIn the world of wireless network management you need to thread the needle between vendor lock-in and potentially poor coverage from third-party solutions.
Tags: wireless, Wi-Fi, wireless management, Network Management & Monitoring

802.11n Ratified

Naomi GraychaseIEEE releases a late-Friday press release announcing that the standard is soup.
Tags: wireless, Wi-Fi, IEEE, 802.11n

Solving Wi-Fi Security at a University

Drew RobbDrexel University's "no user left behind" policy made wireless security even more of a challenge than usual. Learn how the school solved the problems posed by a network comprised of 28,000 users and 40,000 devices.
Tags: privacy, security, Wi-Fi

Build A Linux-Based Wireless Access Point

Carla SchroderWith a little time and effort, you can build a Linux-based wireless access point that provides the features of high-end WAPs with less expense. This week we take a look at your shopping list. First of two parts.
Tags: wireless, Linux, Wi-Fi, access point

Linux on Your WLAN: Configure WPA

Carla SchroderIf you've got Linux clients on your WLAN, our quick guide to securing their connections with WPA is a must.
Tags: Linux, Wi-Fi, wpa security, Wi-Fi security

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