Bluetooth Personal Area Networks by R Heavner
A personal area network, or PAN, is a collection of communication technology devices within the range of one person. When communication between these devices is wireless, the acronym becomes WPAN, or wireless personal area network. In reality, and for all practical purposes, most personal area... The role of master device rapidly switches to any device in the PAN which is in the process of data transfer. ... A Bluetooth device has the ability to seek out and communicate with any compatible device within the immediate area.

ADSL Wireless Routers Overview by Michael Sterios
Broadband can enter the home or office through either an ADSL connection or via a cable. An ADSL connection is provided by an ISP and connects with the Internet through a normal telephone line. A cable connection is provided by a cable company and a separate cable needs to be installed, through... Instead of using cables, wireless devices connect to each other via radio waves through a device called an access point. ... An ADSL wireless router provides the access point necessary for the wireless network.

Maybe You Already Have Wireless and Don't Know It? by Tony Fitz
More and more laptops and desktop computers are coming pre-equipped with wireless networking devices -- it's so cheap that they might as well put it in, to have another thing to list in the system specifications. It is easy to tell if a desktop computer has wireless enabled. ... If you think you have a wireless device, but it has a yellow warning sign next to its name in the Device Manager, you should take a look at it to see what's wrong by double clicking its name. ... First, you should look on the website of the computer's manufacturer, and then you should try searching for the name...

Wired to Wireless - the Final Answer by John Hammond
One of the most common questions we as consultants have to answer on a daily basis is the difference between wired and wireless networks. Let me summarize: Wired: In simple terms; the communication between two devices via cables. Wireless: the communication between two devices without cables. ... The major advantage of having a wireless device is the mobility and freedom that comes with it. ... Moreover the over all cost of a wired network is lower, provides high performance and better security than wireless networks.

Wireless Computer Network Rentals: The New Technology Trend by John Beagle
Consider the convenience and added benefits of renting today's wireless technology. Wireless networks have a big advantage over wired networks, especially for short term projects where the internet and rental computers, printers and projectors are deployed. ... Here are some of the wireless products that are commonly rented for company projects: Wireless Router Rentals A wireless router is a networking device that connects computers to the internet. ... Rent Wireless Adapters A wireless adapter is a device that adds wireless network functionality to a computer or laptop.

Wireless Access Points: Power over Ethernet by Eric Meyer
PoE gives you the freedom of installing wireless access points anywhere a ethernet cable will go. Before power over Ethernet was available a wireless access point always had to be near a power outlet to give it power. This meant more money and usually bad placement. ... PoE uses a device called a power injector to transfer the correct amount of power required to run the wireless access point. ... Wireless access point placement is a major key for good security, both physical and wireless. ... Each client device that meets the standards of the PoE 802.3af amendment will be assigned a power...

Benefits of Wireless Routers by Michael Sterios
As download speeds continue to increase a greater number of broadband users are downloading heavy content items such as entire films. This is because the time it takes to complete such tasks are shortened. It is also the case that several computers sharing the same broadband connection may... More recently, wireless routers have become popular amongst broadband enthusiasts as they allow for the connection of multiple devices to the same broadband connection, as well as the ability to connect peripherals such as printers and cameras together, without the need for unsightly cables running...

Ten Reasons For You to Use Bluetooth by Andrew McNaught
Many people see Bluetooth technology around them everyday, but may be unsure of why they should choose it. Here are ten reasons to try it: 1. Bluetooth is wireless technology Wireless devices carry many different benefits and advantages that people enjoy. ... Even if the devices are not the same money, your Bluetooth will still connect with the other device. ... Very few interferences Interference is usually avoided between Bluetooth devices and other wireless devices. ... Compatible to use with other devices A high level of compatibility between Bluetooth and other devices is guaranteed...

Wireless USB Vs. Bluetooth by Preston Wily
USB is currently the industry standard If you spend any amount of time on a computer chances are that you have used a USB device, such as a mouse or a keyboard. There are currently more than 2 billion USB devices in use around the world. Cables can be a mess When USB first became popular... Here's how it will work - you will plug a Wireless USB dongle into your desktop or laptop and then plug the Wireless USB hub into an external power supply - this could range from a few feet to several meters away.

Wireless Access Points: Thin vs Fat by Eric Meyer
Wireless LAN Switches: The Best Solution There are two types of wireless access points Intelligent (Fat) and Thin wireless Access points. A fat wireless access point has everything it needs to handle wireless clients. A Thin wireless access point is basically a radio and antenna that is... Wireless LAN switches can detect when a new wireless access point comes into the area and decide if it is a trusted or non-trusted device. ... If you are deploying a wireless LAN for a company I would be scared if you don’t utilize wireless LAN switches and wireless thin access points.