| Being flexible in business is an essential factor these | | | | Since wireless network provides convenient access to |
| days. The wireless solution, a cost-effective and | | | | local network resources and Internet connections, the |
| secure technology, allows for building mobility and | | | | laptop or the notebook computer can be taken |
| versatility. | | | | anywhere inside or outside the office, increasing |
| Wireless technology is the same as the technology | | | | productivity. |
| used in a mobile phone. It uses radio waves to carry | | | | It is important to understand that the security level in |
| data from one point to another. However, one | | | | wireless network technology is the same as the type |
| disadvantage with the wireless is that the user must | | | | of security existing on wired networks in conjunction |
| be in the access range. Wireless LAN uses a radio | | | | with existing network security technology. |
| communications device called an access point to | | | | Wireless network provides quick access to the |
| connect to the network computers. Access points are | | | | network server. Also, it is easier to share files or |
| small and lightweight, with an antenna attached to send | | | | exchange e-mails with the team on-site or off-site. It |
| data back and forth over the airwaves. | | | | makes it easier to connect to the company intranet. |
| Wireless networks are usually inexpensive and easy | | | | For a wireless network connection, the user needs a |
| to maintain. Wireless networks eliminate the cost of | | | | wireless router, Wi-Fi ready computers and LAN |
| setting up a wired network, which typically means | | | | capability or a wireless add-in card. Wireless laptops |
| running Cat-5 cable through the ceiling and walls of the | | | | can be used from a broad range of locations like |
| office to each workstation or computer. It is also cost | | | | cafes hotels, and airports. These places would have a |
| effective and saves the time required for the cable | | | | "hotspot" that can be detected by the wireless laptop. |
| installation. One major advantage is that shifting is easy | | | | Hotspots are usually free or fee based. |
| with a wireless network. | | | | While using wireless laptops in public places, it is |
| Some of the major advantages of wireless networks | | | | suggested to turn off file sharing and avoid sending or |
| are increased productivity, security, easy set up, faster | | | | receiving sensitive email or personal data. Users should |
| access, efficient collaboration, and industry solutions | | | | activate a firewall if possible. Always use VPN to |
| provided by the companies. | | | | connect to work or school from public places. |