Wireless networks offer many advantages over fixed (or wired) networks. Foremost on that list is mobility. But wireless networks are also more flexible, faster & easier for you to use, and more affordable to deploy & maintain. The de facto standard for wireless networking is the 802.11 protocol, which includes Wi-Fi (the wireless standard known as 802.11b) and its faster cousin, 802.11g. With easy-to-install 802.11 network hardware available everywhere you turn, the choice seems simple, and many people dive into wireless computing with less thought & planning than they'd give to a wired network. But it's wise to be familiar with both the capabilities & risks associated with the 802.11 protocols.And 802.11 Wireless Networks: The Definitive Guide, 2nd Edition is the perfect place to start. This updated edition covers everything you'll ever need to know about wireless technology. Designed with the system administrator or serious home user in mind, it's a no-nonsense guide for setting up 802.11 on Windows & Linux. Among the wide range of topics covered are discussions on:- deployment considerations; - network monitoring and performance tuning;- wireless security issues; - how to use and select access points;- network monitoring essentials; - wireless card configuration;- security issues unique to wireless networks.With 802.11 Wireless Networks: The Definitive Guide, 2nd Edition, you can integrate wireless technology into your current infrastructure with the utmost confidence.