Emerging Technology That Will Change the World: Wi-Fi
Gyasi C. Davis
Network 471: Advanced Topics Networking
Professor Elliott
DeVry University
Date: February 18, 2013
Emerging Technology That Will Change the World: WiFi
Contents
Introduction..............……………………………………................................................ 3 Problems..............……………………………………........................................................4
Pro & Con Argument………………………....................................................................4-7
Security Issues………………………………………......................................................7-8
Health Concerns…………………………………….........................................................8
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To solve these problems a company can implement Wi-Fi on their network. This can reduce the price of implementing additional cable in the network.
Wi-Fi technology comes with many upsides, but it also has it downfalls too.
Pros
The major advantage of Wi-Fi is the fact that users do not need to be physically connected to the network in order to access the Web and network resources. Wi-Fi provides increased mobility. Among employees, those who use a laptop will worry no more about connecting using a connection cable. They will be able to move from their office to the meeting room without losing connection. Besides eliminating much of the need for extensive wiring and dedicated workstation, Wi-Fi means the Internet is accessible anywhere users can pick up a signal, which allows for greater flexibility in office configurations. Wi-Fi systems can also be much less expensive to set up, since the main cost is in the wiring to the main router. If an existing wired Internet network is already in place, adding Wi-Fi capabilities is relatively simple, with no need to purchase a dedicated workstation. Wi-Fi systems are also relatively inexpensive to operate and easy to use. For employees and authorized visitors to connect to Wi-Fi does not present any technical difficulty. Depending on the router type simply enter the WEP or WAP key associated with your Wi-Fi after double-clicking the icon "Wireless Network Connection". After a
The wireless technologies for ACME Manufacturing will be specific to the needs of the company. For example the teleconferencing between the six locations may require wireless webcams and headsets which will need to be ran on a wireless signal. These technologies may also need to utilize the satellite signals to better communicate across large physical distances. Wi-Fi may also be introduced within each building to increase mobility and productivity. The Wi-Fi technologies will be worth it because the benefit will outweigh the extra cost as the technology is easy to set up and maintain.
Wireless network infrastructure has become just another connection method for corporate and home users alike. This rapid acceptance can be attributed from:
1. Thanks to Wi-Fi technology, this devices can connect wirelessly and seamlessly to one’s existing broadband connection in seconds.
Providing wireless access to the employees would be beneficial for the organization in several ways. Cellular phones, laptops and tablets are all mobile devices that an employee can take with them whether it is within the same building or away from the office. Allowing an employee to access the network through a digital device at any location would improve availability to information when needed. For example, a sales person is away from the office making connections with product companies and he needs the part number of the products they specifically use in the shop, he can search for the information he needs by logging into to the network, through a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection, with his phone or tablet and pull those numbers. The sales person can also pull real time inventory reports that are accurate and up to
Wireless communication has become a major part of communication for businesses. Dirt Bikes can benefit from wireless communication in more ways than one. It helps to keep in touch with suppliers, customers and employees. Wireless communication are like personal computers. Employees can use their smart phones to download pictures, information management or email important information or pictures to potential buyers. Dirt Bikes can provide wireless access to employees which will also help with productivity. Wireless printers can be placed in one department and used by several
Wifi doesn't cost as much as getting a data plan that you have to pay for every month, even though you didn't use that much data. Wifi has opened up jobs for people, like my friend Lorenzo, his dad live streams games when he isn't doing his day job. For example, my friend's dad builds computers for people and gets payed pretty decently. With wifi you don't have to pay to send a message to someone unlike a letter. Wifi is easy to use and is reliable when you need a ride from a sports
Enhancing the security of routers is important to avoid unauthorized users change configuration settings and avoid unauthorized information and routing from entering. For instance, clear text authentication takes advantage of more flexible key management capabilities.
One reason why wifi is used is to make lots and lots of money that people that work for wifi companies make through ads. It's also used with other people like family, you can use it with
• Application updates can be time consuming as each workstation needs to be updated individually
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In most Canadian cities, Wi-Fi connections are available to anyone at a local café or fast food restaurant. In additional other technology has become more affordable. Whereas before computers, were rare, now it is rare for a family to not have at least one. Due to increased technology, employees in many professions no longer have to be at the office to receive instructions, or to submit their completed work in a timely manner. Companies can use email, messaging, video chats and a number of other innovations to communicate with workers. Current technology is giving workers the possibility to work where and when they want, instead of scheduling life around work, it can allow work to be scheduled around
This allows for examination and tracking of file/data transfer between the two, allowing for easier tracking of problems. I think that the safest way to operate is with closed networks that require transport of data using solid state hard drives. I realize that with many businesses this is inefficient and might cause delays, however, with the level of sophistication that many hackers have attained, caution is advised. My primary concern with setting up a business with wireless networks is that every workstation is a possible point of attack for hackers. The vulnerability of this type of network can be dealt with through use of area denial devices and services (like Aruba) but these add cost and are still vulnerable to
Integrate technology is the only way that we can have a bright future! There are many very intelligent students hoping to get somewhere in life, but how can these students progress if they do not have enough access to technology. Technology is growing at a rapid rate in our country and many students still do not have enough access to be prepared in life. Students rely heavily on technology. There are many reasons why students rely on technology as heavily as they do and some of those reasons are, progression in life, new style of learning and also teaches children responsibility.
While coming to the security the Wi-Fi has a much less security than wired networks. From the latest technology we have many protocols to get a secured network. Wi-Fi can be used in various modes such as home group, public areas and also in business group. To access the Wi-Fi in various forms we use routers such as digital subscriber router, cable modem with the help of Wi-Fi access point. This technology became such an important invention for all over the world.
The Wifi system that we placed in our lounge is for our customer that is on-the-go which means that they have work to do that needs am internet access. So, they can still do their work while waiting for their car to be washed. Our objective is to give full satisfactory service for our customer. Thus, this will meet our customer's expectation.