WiFi demystified training course description
A concise overview aimed at less technical staff requiring an overview of WiFi networks. The course covers the technologies at a high level allowing delegates to discuss WiFi networks with others recognising the buzzwords used. The course will also allow the delegates to recognise the issues involved in planning and installing WiFi networks as well as securing them.
What will you learn
Recognise the different WiFi technologies available.
Describe the architecture of WiFi networks including the role of Access Points.
Recognise the distance limitations of WiFi networks.
Describe the buzzwords used in WiFi.
Recognise the security issues of WiFi networks.
WiFi demystified training course details
Who will benefit:
Anyone working with WiFi networks.
Prerequisites:
None.
Duration
1 day
WiFi demystified training course contents
Introduction
When to use wireless,
when to use wired,
WiFi technologies:
802.11,
802.11a,
802.11b,
802.11g,
802.11n,
WiFi speeds and distances,
comparison to other wireless technologies,
802.15 (Bluetooth), 802.16 (WiMax).
Simple WiFi networks
Network cards,
Antennae,
Access Points,
WiFi routers.
Enterprise WiFi networks
SSIDs,
Multiple WiFi networks,
Repeaters,
Wireless bridges,
Controller based access points,
Wireless switches,
Power Over Ethernet.
RF site surveys
Steps and techniques,
tools,
analysing the feasibility of WiFi,
range,
performance,
roaming.
Security
How safe are WiFi networks?
Encryption,
Authentication,
WEP
WPA
WPA2.
802.1x,
EAP,
RADIUS.