Explore the fundamentals of wireless networking in this 35-minute video lecture. Delve into IEEE 802.11 standards, including 802.11b and 802.11g, and understand their maximum bandwidth capabilities. Examine practical examples of 802.11g implementation and learn about Netperf performance testing on 11g links. Gain insights into crucial wireless concepts such as data frame structure, channel frequency allocation, fragmentation threshold, and the hidden node problem. Discover power management techniques and understand the limitations on maximum device associations in wireless networks. This comprehensive overview provides essential knowledge for anyone looking to grasp the core principles of wireless communication technologies.
Wireless Fundamentals - IEEE 802.11 Standards and Network Performance
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
IEEE 802.11 - Wireless
Maximum bandwidth (IEEE 802.11b)
Maximum bandwidth (IEEE 802.11g)
Netperf on a 11g link
IEEE 802.11g example
IEEE 802.11 data frame
Channel Frequency
Fragmentation threshold
Hidden node problem
Power management
Maximum associations
Taught by
Bill Buchanan OBE
