Deploying License-Free Wireless Wide-Area Networks

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License-free broadband wireless wide-area networks (WWANs) offer rapid, cost-effective deployment of high-speed "last-mile" Internet access without reliance on local telephone or cable companies. This technology allows Internet service providers (ISPs) and corporate IT managers to establish their own efficient broadband networks, particularly in areas lacking traditional wired connectivity. The book serves as a comprehensive resource for the design, installation, operation, and support of outdoor wireless WANs, covering various standards including 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g, as well as proprietary protocols. It is vendor-neutral, addressing all brands of broadband wireless equipment and the underlying principles of wireless technology. Readers will find detailed, step-by-step instructions and clear explanations that guide them from initial planning through to full network operation. Each chapter includes review questions to reinforce key concepts. This essential reference is tailored for IT directors, ISP engineers, network architects, and field technicians, providing practical insights into the challenges of deploying outdoor, license-free wireless WANs and ensuring successful network design and implementation.