What are some typical Wireless LAN configurations?
Peer-to-peer Network: – Ad-Hoc Mode: This is the most basic wireless LAN configuration, also known as an ad-hoc network. The WLAN consists of two or more PCs equipped with wireless adapter cards. This forms an independent network when the clients are within range of each other. In this configuration, each client would only have access to the resources of the other client. Clients and Access Points:- Infrastructure Mode: This wireless LAN configuration is common in SOHO (Small Office Home Office) situations, and is referred to as Infrastructure Mode. The access point allows each client to have access to shared resources as well as to other clients. The access point connects to the wired network from a fixed location using standard cabling. Multiple Access Points:- Roaming: Due to transmission range limitations, in a very large facility such as a college campus, it will probably be necessary to install more than one access point. Access point positioning is accomplished by means of a sit
