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Appendix A - Wireless Basics

Where is wireless used?

Wireless technology is expanding everywhere not just at home or office. People like the freedom of mobility

and it's becoming so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people.

The wireless connection in public places is usually called "hotspots".

Using a D-Link Cardbus Adapter with your laptop, you can access the hotspot to connect to Internet from

remote locations like: Airports, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Libraries, Restaurants, and Convention Centers.

Wireless network is easy to setup, but if you're installing it for the first time it could be quite a task not knowing

where to start. That's why we've put together a few setup steps and tips to help you through the process of

setting up a wireless network.

Tips

Here are a few things to keep in mind, when you install a wireless network.

Centralize your router or Access Point

Make sure you place the router/access point in a centralized location within your network for the best

performance. Try to place the router/access point as high as possible in the room, so the signal gets dispersed

throughout your home. If you have a two-story home, you may need a repeater to boost the signal to extend

the range.

Eliminate Interference

Place home appliances such as cordless telephones, microwaves, and televisions as far away as possible

from the router/access point. This would significantly reduce any interference that the appliances might cause

since they operate on same frequency.

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