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Chapter 2. Understanding RF Fundamentals

This chapter covers the following topics:

Understanding RF Components

Understanding RF Power Values

Antennas

Connectors

Cables

Understanding RF Site Propagation

A grasp of the basics of radio frequency (RF) helps to form a solid basis for understanding and resolving problems and concerns that can arise when working with WLANs. In this chapter, you will learn the fundamentals of RF. This will include areas that directly affect the design and installation of WLANs such as RF fundamentals, modulation schemes, signal and RF power levels, antenna concepts, data rates versus coverage relationships, and outdoor RF issues.