2. Presented by Team A Wireless Home Networks By Abraham Kopyt, John Leonard, Christine Terry

3. Introduction Wireless networks are a new technology. That provide freedom and no cables

4. Technology Involved Available Networks Bluetooth IrDa HomeRF (SWAP) WECA (Wi-Fi) Wireless networks use Radio Waves to send information and provide Portability

5. Pros and Cons Pros 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

6. Prices SystemPriceInstallationSoftware SetupMobility Wired$140AverageEasyNone Wireless$270Average Excellent

7. Regulatory 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 Commission

8. Companies Leading product manufacturers: Linksys Diamond Multimedia Proxim

9. Future Trends Faster Wireless Performance Company provided wireless Internet access Better security for wireless.

10. Systems 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

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

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