Learning Wireless Networking

Introduction

• Welcome

1. Understanding How Wireless Works

• Reviewing the role of the ISP, modem, and router
• Comparing the differences between Ethernet and Wi-Fi
• Exploring different Wi-Fi standards

2. Evaluating Wi-Fi Speed

• Understanding the difference between bandwidth and throughput
• Measuring bandwidth: Ping, download, and upload speeds
• Testing network speeds

3. Placing Your Wireless Router

• Determining ideal router placement, and overcoming physical interference
• Orienting your Wi-Fi router
• Identifying device interference

4. Configuring Your Wireless Router

• Accessing your router's user interface
• Choosing the best Wi-Fi channel
• Securing your Wi-Fi
• Encrypting your data: WEP, WPA, and WPA2
• Adjusting Wi-Fi throughput for quality of service (QoS)

5. Making Other Adjustments

• Updating router firmware
• Adding a wireless repeater to extend your network
• Focusing your broadcast with antenna modifications

Conclusion

• Next steps