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to wired Ethernet Wireless Networks are scaleable and readily configurable to specific needs
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Wireless LANs have two basic components: Network Interface Cards (NICs) and Access Points (APs).
NICs provide the same function as the wired Ethernet NICs. The APs are essentially wireless hubs connected to the corporate wired Ethernet backbone and extends a wireless coverage zone, or cell, in which mobile users with PC cards can connect to the network.
Multiple APs can be deployed throughout a building or campus, creating a contiguous wireless access zones. These zones provide continuous and mobile connectivity to the network. Additional APs can be easily deployed. The benefit is a scaleable system and easy managed area coverage selection.
The IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Standard includes optional provisions for security called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). The 802.11 specification also includes Extended Service Set Identifications (ESSIDs). In general, the user may specify multiple levels of security to help ensure the confidentiality of information over the wireless network link.