Techniques to Resolve 802.11 and Wireless LAN Technology in Outdoor Environments
Wireless LAN (WLAN) technology is currently one of the fastest growing segments of the wireless industry. With data throughputs of 11 mbps and upcoming increased data rates of 22 mbps in the 2.4 GHz band and 54 mbps in the 5.3 GHz band, 802.11 WLAN offers plenty of capacity for advanced networking applications in home, office and even campus-based environments. According to Cahners In-Stat Group, the WLAN equipment market-consisting of network interface controllers, access points and bridges will grow from $624 million in 1999 to $3 billion in 2002.
The 802.11 standard is constantly improving to meet the challenges of data, voice and even video networking. There are currently over eight IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) committees