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The wireless network allows wireless devices to communicate
to Western’s network using wireless technology
rather than by the traditional Ethernet cable that you
plug into the wall. The advantage of the wireless network
is that it provides mobility. Wireless technology provides
another way to access Western’s network from locations
that do not have traditional network connections, such
as common areas, lounges, and the outdoors. It can be
used while doing research in the library, during a meeting
in a conference room, or from a classroom.
Devices called access points are installed at many locations
on Western’s campus. These access points are connected
to the regular wired network. When a wireless Ethernet
card is installed in your laptop, it uses radio frequencies
to communicate with an access point, and through it
to Western’s network and the Internet.
The WCU wireless network supports the 802.11b and 802.11g standards.
It specifies 11 Mbps and 54 Mbps data transmission
rates.
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