* Provides a step-by-step approach for planning and implementing a wireless LAN based on 802.11 Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) technology
* Authors are Wi-Fi security experts who are able to address the firestorm of concerns about security for 802.11b networks
* Offers a clear perspective of interoperability with related wireless standards like 802.11a, HomeRF, and Bluetooth
* Explains how to achieve the same performance as a wired Ethernet connection and deliver flexibility and high speed

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments.

About the Authors.

Introduction.

PART 1: Introduction to Wireless Local Area Networks (LANs).

  Networking Basics.

  Wireless LANs.

  The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11 Standards.

   Is Wireless LAN Right for You?

PART 2: SECURE WIRELESS LANs.

  Network Security.

  Securing the IEEE 802.11 Wireless LANs.

PART 3: BUILDING SECURE WIRELESS LANs.

  Planning Wireless LANs.

  Shopping for the Right Equipment.

  Equipment Provisioning and LAN Setup.

  Advanced 802.11 Wireless LANs.

PART 4: TROUBLESHOOTING AND KEEPING YOUR WIRELSS LAN SECURE.

  Troubleshooting Wireless LANs.

  Keeping Your Wireless LAN Secure.

  Appendix A: Wireless LAN Case Studies.

  Appendix B: Installing ORiNOCO PC Card Under Various Operating Systems.

  Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations.

  References.

  Index.