Definition: Wi-Fi is the industry name for wireless LAN (WLAN) communication technology related to the IEEE 802.11 family of wireless networking standards. To some, the term Wi-Fi is synonymous with 802.11b, as 802.11b was the first standard in that family to enjoy widespread popularity. Today, however, Wi-Fi can refer to any of the three established standards 802.11b, 802.11a and 802.11g.

Building the best wireless network for you.

Computer networks for the home and business can be built using either wired or wireless technology. Wired Ethernet has been the traditional choice, but WI-FI wireless technologies are gaining ground fast. Both wired and wireless can claim advantages over the other; both represent viable options for local area networks (LANs).

Reliability: Ethernet cables, hubs and switches are extremely reliable, mainly because manufacturers have continually improved Ethernet technology for the past twenty years. Loose cables likely remain the single most common reason most consumers switch or add on the convenience of a wireless network. Without tripping over wires wireless networks provide the ease of use, convenience for you & your customers or for your home family & friends.

Performance: Wired LANs offer superior performance. Typical wireless networks provide 10 Mbps bandwidth while wired networks offer 100 Mbps. Although 100 Mbps represents a theoretical maximum performance never really achieved in practice, Fast Ethernet with both wired and wireless should be sufficient for home & business file sharing, gaming, and high-speed Internet access for many years into the future.

Security: For any wired or wireless LAN connected to the Internet, firewalls are the primary security consideration. Firewalls can be constructed through hardware or through your software. Wired Ethernet hubs and switches do not support firewalls. However, firewall software products can be installed on the computers themselves. Broadband routers offer equivalent firewall capability built into the device, configurable through its own software.

Tampa Entrepreneur has dedicated technicians to install and setup and help you to understand how to use a wireless network. We can provide the equipment set it up in your home or business and even teach you how to use it. You can have the reliability, security & convenience of a wireless network at your business or at home by contacting us and arranging a consultation.