Security Risks and Ways to Decrease Vulnerabilities in a 802.11b Wireless Environment by Richard Johnson
Introduction This document explains topics relating to wireless networks. The main topics discussed include, what type of vulnerabilities exist today in 802.11 networks and ways that you can help prevent these vulnerabilities from happening. Wireless networks have not been around for many years. ... Federal Express has been using a type of wireless networks, common to the 802.11 networks used today, but the general public has recently just started to use wireless networking technology. ... Accidental Associations – This can happen if a wireless network is setup using the same SSID as your...

A Guide to Choosing from Different Types of Headsets by Ricardo Trinidad
There are a number of options available to you if you are in the market for a headset for personal or business reasons, though this can lead to problems if you aren’t exactly sure what sort of headset you should be looking for. In order to help you with this, this guide will assist you in... Likewise, a headset with a wireless phone receiver could be of great use to you in the home but in an office setting it would be just one more piece of equipment that must be utilized while trying to make it through the business day.

When RFID Meets WiFi; Now that is Good Use of Technology by Lance Winslow
With RFID Tags (radio frequency identification) there are active tags, which have enough power to transmit to the system. But now RFID Tag developers have gone one step further using RFID tags and interfaced WiFi enablers to them so the active RFID Tag can transmit in the 2.45 Ghz range using... However for high-end goods for AeroSpace, Weapons Systems, Health-Care Equipment, etc. ... the price of $50.00 is not so bad and these tags are reusable of course. ... So far two companies are braving this new field; AeroScout.com and Ekahau.com and these little units look pretty neat, maybe you...

Fantastic New Wireless Technology Explodes Across The Planet by Nathan T. Lynch
Bluetooth does not describe a dental condition in which a patient has blue teeth. The term “Bluetooth” signifies a special new technology, a technology of the 21st Century. The devices with Bluetooth technology allow the user of such devices to conduct 2-way transmissions over short distances. ... Such restrictions typically specify that the Bluetooth car kit will work only if all of the inter-device communicating involves equipment that operates under the hands-free profile. ... In other words, a Bluetooth car kit would not be expected to allow a cell phone with a headset profile to...

'Tis the Season for Electronics: Gifts for Everyone's Budget by Chris Robertson
The holiday season is upon us, which can only mean one thing: electronics are at the top of everyone's wish list. Even if you can't snag a new PlayStation 3 or Nintendo Wii, there are still many electronics gifts that will delight your recipients. Here are just a few: Cell Phones: Cell phone... A new cell phone, complete with a high-res camera, video functionality, and wireless adaptability, is certain to be a welcome gift. ... Everyone from adults who bring work home with them to students who have to research school papers (and book some time on one or more of the social networking...

Refurbished Laptops Make a Great Second Computer by M Johnson
The vast majority of people who own a single computer own a desktop system. That is great. With that you can do homework, business, get on the internet and a whole bunch of other applications. The problem is only one person can do that at a time. That presents a serious issue if several... Through wireless technology you can have one internet connection (via cable or DSL broadband) and even share one printer. ... They are proven reliable, otherwise they are put in the trash. ... Refurbished laptops are about half the cost of a new one.

WiFi Vs. WiMax by Dennis Schooley
Wi Fi Fo Fum, I think I smell the blood…oops wrong tale. This story doesn’t involve giants, but it does involve giant leaps forward in technology that will affect us all. The other day I was watching two kids play. Each had a tin can up to their ear and they were speaking to each other on the... Hot-spots are areas where the facility, like Starbucks or the hotel that owns the lobby, has put in the proper equipment to provide access from your wireless card to the great big cloud called the Internet.

CCTV Hidden Cameras by Damian Sofsian
CCTV stands for closed-circuit television. CCTV Hidden Cameras are used in places where there is a need for added security measures such as banks, supermarkets, department stores, schools and more. The entire network of cameras in various locations is connected by means of cables to a television... Modern CCTV Cameras are available with wireless technology. ... There are restrictions to the use of CCTV Cameras in most states. ... There is a section of the public that feels the use of CCTV Cameras is an invasion of privacy.

Why Rent a Laptop Computer? by John Beagle
Most companies either buy or lease their laptop and notebook computers, but why or when should a company rent? Here are a few reasons for renting a laptop computer: -If you need a wireless laptop computers for travel and all your company laptops and notebook computers are wired. ... That will ensure you have 100% operational equipment. ... The hardware can be installed at any remote location in the United States or Canada. ... Temporary offices can be completely setup with rental laptop computers, printers, copiers and fax machines.

How to Prepare a "Bug Out" Laptop Kit by TJ Smith
Can you imagine being away from your computer for an extended period of time? No internet, no email, no funny jokes, no games to play? Many people have found themselves in this position when the unexpected happens. In the event of a natural disaster, terrorist event or a bird flu pandemic,... Items you will want to add will include a wireless card for accessing the internet. ... With this setup you should be able to access the internet either through dialup or wireless. ... For extra protection you may want to consider a waterproof case (good in the event of a flood) or a hard side case...