Summary Before you can start a WLAN design or install a WLAN system, you need a general understanding of WLAN protocols, specifications, and components. This understanding will enable you to make the proper decisions about the technology that you need.Knowledge of the available WLAN components will enable you to efficiently pick what works for your application and system design. You should also have a good understanding of the differences between available products and what each offers.At this point, it is time to start thinking about the particulars discussed in this chapter that may affect your initial design. As you progress through this book, you will encounter topics such as RF fundamentals, antennas, and site propagation; these topics provide the foundation for your understanding of the effects of RF in your facility. This book also covers relevant regulations, an understanding of which will assist you in determining whether your initial design will work as desired. |