...to: navigation, search For the radio station, see WIFI (AM). Wi-Fi logoWi-Fi ( /ˈwaɪfaɪ/, also spelled Wifi or WiFi) is a popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data wirelessly (using radio waves) over a computer network, including high-speed Internet connections. The Wi-Fi Alliance defines Wi-Fi as any "wireless local area network (WLAN) products that are based on the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers' (IEEE) 802.11 standards".[1] However, since most modern WLANs are based on these standards, the term "Wi-Fi" is used in general English as a synonym for "WLAN". A device that can use Wi-Fi (such as a personal computer, video game console, smartphone, tablet, or digital audio player) can connect to a network resource such as the Internet via a wireless network access point. Such an access point (or hotspot) has a range of about 20 meters (65 feet) indoors and a greater range outdoors. Hotspot coverage can comprise an area as small as a single room with walls that block radio waves or as large as many square miles — this is achieved by using multiple overlapping access points. "Wi-Fi" is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance and the brand name for products using the IEEE 802.11 family of standards. Only Wi-Fi products that complete Wi-Fi Alliance interoperability certification testing successfully may use the "Wi-Fi CERTIFIED" designation and trademark. Wi-Fi has had a checkered security history. Its earliest encryption system,...
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...Gi-Fi :The Next Generation Wireless Technology Vipin kumar1, Pravesh Kumar2, Ravi Kumar Yadav 3, Pravin Kumar4 1,2,3 Department Of Computer Science &Engg. Uttarakhand Technical University, Dehradun 4 Dpartment of Information Technology Campus CCS University, Meerut 1 2 panwar.rke@gmail.com praveshkumar160@gmail.com 3 ravijoin88@gmail.com 4 pravinpanwar.ccs@gmail.com Abstract---Wireless technology improvement has become follower in today’s modern life. One of the greatest improvements made on wireless technology field was inventing a new Wireless Technology (Gi-Fi). Gi-Fi or Gigabit Wireless is the world’s first transceiver integrated on a single chip that operates at 60GHz on the CMOS process. Gi-Fi is a wireless transmission system which is ten times faster than Wi-Fi and it’s chip delivers short-range multi-gigabit data transfer in an indoor environment. It will allow wireless transfer of audio and video data up to 5 gigabits per second, low power consumption, usually within a range of 10 meters .This technology providing low-cost, high broadband access, with very high speed large files exchange within seconds. It is required that Gi-Fi to be the preferred next generation wireless technology used in home and offices. Keywords – WI-FI; Wireless Technology; Gi-Fi; Gigabit wireless; Bluetooth I . INTRODUCTION Melbourne University researchers have achieved up to 5Gbps data transfer rates on a wireless chip. This is a lot faster than any current Wi-Fi...
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...Wi-Fi ( /ˈwaɪfaɪ/, also spelled Wifi or WiFi) is a popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data wirelessly (using radio waves) over a computer network, including high-speed Internet connections. The Wi-Fi Alliance defines Wi-Fi as any "wireless local area network (WLAN) products that are based on the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers' (IEEE) 802.11 standards".[1] However, since most modern WLANs are based on these standards, the term "Wi-Fi" is used in general English as a synonym for "WLAN". A device that can use Wi-Fi (such as a personal computer, video game console, smartphone, tablet, or digital audio player) can connect to a network resource such as the Internet via a wireless network access point. Such an access point (or hotspot) has a range of about 20 meters (65 feet) indoors and a greater range outdoors. Hotspot coverage can comprise an area as small as a single room with walls that block radio waves or as large as many square miles — this is achieved by using multiple overlapping access points. "Wi-Fi" is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance and the brand name for products using the IEEE 802.11 family of standards. Only Wi-Fi products that complete Wi-Fi Alliance interoperability certification testing successfully may use the "Wi-Fi CERTIFIED" designation and trademark. Wi-Fi has had a checkered security history. Its earliest encryption system, WEP, proved easy to break. Much higher quality protocols, WPA and WPA2, were...
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...AT&T Headquartered in Oakton, VA, AT&T Government Solutions is a long-standing, trusted source of information technology solutions for the federal government, integrating unmatched network resources and IT managed solutions expertise with innovative technologies from AT&T Labs and a complementary team of industry-leading technology companies. Best known for network leadership in voice, data, video, and managed services, AT&T is a proven solutions integrator, with professional service expertise in enterprise architecture, business transformation, knowledge management, training, program management, systems engineering and security. More than 4,000 scientists, engineers and analysts – many with security clearances – focus exclusively on the IT requirements of government, with support from tens of thousands of professionals throughout the AT&T family of companies. Externally evaluated as a Software Engineering Institute - Capability Maturity Model Integration (SEI-CMMI) Level-3 organization and an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2008, AT&T has the proven processes and procedures in place to deliver on time, on budget, with quality service. 1. Leadership Enterprise Management solutions from AT&T are designed to optimize the efficiency and availability of network services and mission applications. Enterprise Management process tools, implemented throughout your IT organization, can help your agency: * Increase automation...
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...Case Study: Economic Analysis of Gogo’s In-flight Wi-Fi November 2, 2015 Introduction Gogo pioneered and now dominates the in-flight Wi-Fi business, which allows passengers to access the Internet during their flights. In recent years, consumers have grown from anticipation to dislike towards Gogo’s services due to its steady increase in fees and rapid decrease in speed. Through a dynamic pricing strategy they hope to relieve congestion which indeed have effect, but will not last in the fierce competition of an oligopoly market structure. Unlike its monopolistic position before, Gogo now faces at least three companies—ViaSat, Global Eagle Entertainment, and Panasonic— swiftly eroding its market share with cheaper and faster in-flight Wi-Fi services using satellites instead of antennas. Gogo’s own next-generation technology 2Ku, to come online in 2016, uses satellites that hopefully would achieve better prices with higher speed. To analyze the market for in-flight Wi-Fi and the pricing strategies of Gogo, our paper will discuss five core areas: The price elasticity of demand for Gogo’s service, and how it varies with price levels The market structure Gogo is operating in Its dynamic pricing How the demand for in-flight Wi-Fi has changed over time, technological changes over the past 15-20 years that has affected demand Technological factors that affect supply, how congestion affects pricing and our recommendation Price Elasticity of Demand...
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...PROF. SANCHITA GHATAK SUBMMITED BY:- ABHINAV KUMAR AKSHAY KUMAR ANKIT KUMAR AVI SHANKAR Contents WI-FI 4 Introduction 4 The Wi-Fi Technology 4 Elements of a WI-FI Network 5 How a Wi-Fi Network Works 6 Wi-Fi Network Topologies 6 Wi-Fi Security Threats 8 Eavesdropping 8 Man-in-the-middle attacks 8 Denial of Service 9 Wi-Fi Applications 9 Advantages 9 Limitations 9 Bluetooth 10 Introduction 10 Applications 10 Advantages 12 Disadvantages 12 ZigBee 13 INTRODUCTION 13 Working of zigbee 13 Network Devices of Zig Bee Technology: 14 Zig bee Coordinator: 15 Zig bee Router: 15 Zig bee End Device: 15 Wimax 16 INTRODUCTION 16 Advantages Of Wimax Technology 16 Disadvantages of Wimax Technology 17 Practical Usage of WiMAX 17 CONCLUSION 18 TABLE OF FIGURES…………………………… Figure 1 7 Figure 2 7 Figure 3 8 Figure 4 11 Figure 5 14 WI-FI Introduction Wireless Technology is an alternative to Wired Technology, which is commonly used, for connecting devices in wireless mode. Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) is a generic term that refers to the IEEE 802.11 communications standard for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). Wi-Fi Network connect computers to each other, to the internet and to the wired network. The Wi-Fi Technology Wi-Fi Networks use Radio Technologies to transmit & receive data at high speed: 1)IEEE 802.11b Appear in late 1999 Operates at 2.4GHz radio spectrum 11 Mbps (theoretical speed)...
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...than 80 percent of the U.S. population, including the top 100 U.S. markets. This company expanding 4G LTE across their network footprint and AT&T customers will continue to have access to fast 4G speeds even when they are outside of an LTE area. They are constantly working to deliver new capabilities and applications via their access network. For example, their U-verse service deployment is enhancing our wired access capabilities to deliver advanced IPTV services to residential customers. AT&T is bringing it all together for our customers, from revolutionary smartphones to next-generation TV services and sophisticated solutions for multi-national businesses. For more than a century, we have consistently provided innovative, reliable, high-quality products and services and excellent customer care. Today, our mission is to connect people with their world, everywhere they live and work, and do it better than anyone else. We're fulfilling this vision by creating new solutions for...
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...overview survey of emerging wireless technologies – 802.11(wi-fi), 802.15.4 (Zigbee)and 802.16 (wi-max). WI-FI: Wi-Fi is a popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data wirelessly using radio waves over a computer network including high speed internet connections. A device that can use Wi-Fi can connect to a network resource such as the Internet via a wireless networl access point Such an access point has a range of about 20 meters (65 feet) indoors and a greater range outdoors. Wi-Fi works with no physical wired connection between sender and receiver by using radio frequency (RF) technology, a frequency within the electromagnetic spectrum associated with radio wave propagation. When an RF current is supplied to an antenna, an electromagnetic field is created that then is able to propagate through space. The cornerstone of any wireless network is an access point (AP). The primary job of an access point is to broadcast a wireless signal that computers can detect and "tune" into. In order to connect to an access point and join a wireless network, computers and devices must be equipped with wireless network adapters Wi-Fi allows cheaper deployment of local area networks (LANs). Also spaces where cables cannot be run, such as outdoor areas and historical buildings, can host wireless LANs Manufacturers are building wireless network adapters into most laptops. The price of chipsets for Wi-Fi continues to drop, making it an...
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...How To Make A WiFi Antenna Out of A Pringles Can Wi-Fi has completely changed the way we browse the net and use the internet in our day to day life. The complete comfort of accessing internet at better speeds is achieved through Wi-Fi networks. This article explains how to make a WiFi antenna out of a Pringles can, which you can use to boost your Wi-Fi network speeds. Here is the procedure : What is Cantenna? In order to boost your Wi-Fi internet network speed, you need to make an arrangement and fix it on the roof of your home. This equipment is built with the help of tin cans and it acts like an antenna. Thus, it is called a “˜Can’tenna. Here are a few advantages that you can get by installing a cantenna on your roof top. As it acts like an extra antenna, the range of your Wi-Fi network also increases, thus enabling more data transfer speeds and more mobility. It is proven that cantennas have more gain than the normal commercial antennas. Automatically detects Wi-Fi hot spots. Building one such antenna is really cheap and affordable. A cantenna is very much essential if you love mobility. Arranging a cantenna helps you to connect to the internet on your PC, laptop or Wi-Fi-enabled mobile handsets without the need for any wires. The speed at which you can access the internet is also reliable. You can play online role-playing games which would otherwise not be possible on any other modes ofwireless connectivity options like GPRS. To add up spice, building your...
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...Developing free Wi-Fi to all of New York City In this report we will be discussing how we would be able to provide free Wi-Fi to New York City and its potential bonus’s and faults for the citizens of New York City. We will be looking at the population, cost and area to be covered. This project would end up costing hundreds of thousands if not up to the millions in man power, energy, and supplies to complete this project. We will also be looking into some of the larger problems that we could encounter in the process of this project, along with the potential good that would come from providing such a hugely used system for free to such a large populous. Defining the Problem Our project can be broken down a couple of ways to help us define the problem better and give us multiple solutions/plans to act upon. A couple things we will need to look at first is the population of New York City. (Roberts, 2011) The census taken in 2010 states that New York City’s population reached a record high of 8,175,133 citizens and only increasing to roughly 8,244,910 citizens in 2011. (Wiki, 2012) (Winslow, 2012). We will also have to look in the total Land area (Square miles of New York City), in 2011 according to latest calculations New York City covered a land total of 302.643 square miles. (Roberts, New York Land Grab, Courtesy of Census, 2011) The cost to complete this project I think would be quite astronomical, from laying all of cable to connect the Wi-Fi devices to having hundreds...
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...on my computer; firewalls and antivirus software that I update regularly. My administrative laptop that I use at work is for work related e-mails and Internet use only. My expectations for Internet privacy on-the-job are strictly work related. I know that I do not go outside of the parameters, so there is no problem. I know that my email account for work is protected, as I work, indirectly, for a government agency. I do not use library computers or go to Wi-Fi zones, but if I did, I would know to be careful and only access sites that I know are secure. I also would not be free with my personal information. I personally, do not trust using these public computers. I have used the computers at the campus and know that there are high security measures in place to protect my personal information. Accessing my neighbor’s Wi-Fi may not be illegal, depending on where I live. Some states and cities find this to be illegal, whereas others have not addressed this issue. It may be illegal to share a neighbor’s Wi-Fi even with the neighbor’s permission. My Internet service provider had us...
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...International agreed to pay a fine of $600,000 as well as adhere to a three year Compliance Plan for illegally interfering and disabling Wi-Fi networks established by it’s customers. In addition to the fine and Compliance agreement, Marriott will also file progress reports to the FCC every three months. The investigation began after a March 2013 complaint from an individual attending a convention at the Marriott Opryland Hotel stating that the hotel was “jamming mobile hotspots so that you can’t use them in the convention space.” Marriott officials stated that they believed that having their employees block Wi-Fi signals and then charging customers to use the hotels plan at a cost of sometimes up to $1,000 was legal in their eyes. According to the official FCC news release this was in direct violation of Section 333 of the Federal Communications Act. Marriott argued that they did this in the best interest of their customers. A company statement from Marriott argued that “Marriott has a strong interest in ensuring that when our guests use our Wi-Fi service, they will be protected from rogue wireless hotspots that can cause degraded service, insidious cyber-attacks and identity theft. Like many other institutions and companies in a wide variety of industries, including hospitals and universities, the Gaylord Opryland protected it’s Wi-Fi network by using FCC authorized equipment provided by well known, reputable manufacturers.” FCC Enforcement Bureau Chief Travis Leblanc...
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...Wireless Fidelity, or Wi-Fi, exploding in popularity, companies and even some whole localities are increasingly providing access to the public. Due to its popularity, varieties of businesses are exploring their options to stay relevant and attract customers. Airports, train stations, grocery stores and other public locations are offering free Wi-Fi in hopes to lure the consumer to purchase their products. Free public Wi-Fi facilitates a lengthier customer relationship and offers a competitive advantage against other local coffee shops offering the same consumables. The accessibility that retail companies have offered to their customers allows for easy and convenient access to the internet. Background Information Wi-Fi is radio-wave technology known as IEEE 802.11b. Wi-Fi has an inexpensive installation and runs with speeds up to 11Mbps. An existing local area network, LAN, needs to exist to install wireless access points. The advantages are the mobility it allows, ability for multiple devices to quickly access with or without authenticating, higher speeds than wired access, and installation costs. The disadvantages include the need for multiple wireless access points to increase signal strength in large areas, narrow area of space that the wireless signal reaches, connection hiccups and the weak security points of having a public network. There is currently minimal security offered directly by the internet provider. Literature Findings Current State Wi-Fi is still currently...
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...SECURING WI-FI ROGUE ACESS WITHIN AN ENTERPRISE SETTING Securing Wi-Fi Rogue Access within an Enterprise Setting Daniel Joel Clark A Capstone Presented to the Information Technology College Faculty of Western Governors University in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree Master of Science in Information Security Assurance January 9, 2014 1 SECURING WI-FI ROGUE ACESS WITHIN AN ENTERPRISE SETTING 2 A1 - Abstract Since 1999 wireless devices have become a necessity in enterprises. While increasing convenience, connectivity, and productivity, they also pose an unprecedented threat to network security guarding, which has literally taken to the airwaves. This paper will deal with vulnerabilities and risks regarding access points (APs) in a wireless network (WLAN) connecting to a wired local area network (LAN) in enterprises. Data for this paper will come from published academic papers, industry publications including white papers and surveys, and industry specialists. It will also include definitions of terms, policy and procedures that affect access points, and current practices regarding rogue APs. A case study will be presented for a fictional enterprise with multiple locations that has standard procedures, policies, and protocols in place, but recent events have questioned their ability to control access points with the discovery of rogue devices hidden in several office locations. Industry warnings about access points span the...
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...Wireless Communications Paper Wireless communication involves the transmission of data from one point to another without the need to run cabling in-between. Although it seems relatively new to the end user today, it has surprisingly been around for longer than you may think dating back to the late 1800’s. The first wireless technology discovered was the Radio Frequency (RF signal). Thomas Edison and Nikola Tesla were two inventors that played a huge role in developing the RF technology we still use today. By conducting many experiments using wireless technology they together came up with the RF signal that was first implemented in WWII by the US Military. It wasn’t until the 1970s’ that the first ‘wireless network’ was developed called ALOHAnet. This new wireless network was made to communicate from island to island is Hawaii. Using LAN technologies and a 400 MHz frequency band ALOHAnet was the predecessor of many wireless technologies to come. Today we have many wireless technologies that are used for many different types of services. If you’ve used Bluetooth technology then you’ve used a Personal Area Network (PAN). A PAN network is intended for short ranges and typically controlled and used by a single person. If you’ve connected to the internet at work, a coffee shop, work, or at school then you’ve connected to part of a Wide Area Network (WAN) configured into a Local Area Network (LAN). Most people know a typical WAN by the name of WIFI, even though that’s just a business...
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