Examining Wireless Appliances Flashcards
What are wireless appliances?
Devices that enable and facilitate wireless connectivity within a network
Examples include Access Points (APs), wireless range extenders, and wireless bridges.
What role do Access Points (APs) play in a wireless network?
Central hubs that transmit and receive wireless signals, crucial for forming the wireless network infrastructure.
What is the function of wireless range extenders?
Devices that expand the wireless network’s coverage area, enhancing signal strength and reach.
What are wireless bridges used for?
Tools used to link different network segments or to extend the reach of a network wirelessly.
What are some benefits of wireless deployments?
- Mobility and flexibility
- Ease of installation
- Scalability
What is infrastructure mode in wireless networks?
A network setup where communication occurs through an AP, commonly used in Wi-Fi networks.
What are ad-hoc networks?
Decentralized network configurations where devices communicate directly with each other without a central AP.
What are stand-alone wireless APs used for?
Suitable for a range of environments from small offices.
What is the purpose of wireless controllers?
Devices designed to centrally manage and control multiple APs in large network setups.
What are home Wi-Fi systems designed for?
Ease of use wireless solutions designed for home environments, emphasizing seamless coverage.
What is an omnidirectional antenna?
An antenna that emits and receives signals in all horizontal directions equally, ideal for broad, general coverage.
What does a semi-directional antenna do?
Provides a wider coverage area than directional antennas, focusing the signal in a specific direction but over a larger angle.
What is the function of a directional antenna?
Focuses energy in a particular direction, offering high gain in that direction, ideal for point-to-point communication.
What is a highly-directional antenna?
Provides an extremely focused beam of signal, offering the highest gain in a very narrow direction, often used in long-distance links and specialized applications.
What is a dipole antenna?
A simple, widely used antenna with a straight, conductive rod divided in the middle, offering moderate gain and omnidirectional radiation pattern.
