Wireless LAN Design Alternatives

Authors

David F. Bantz PhD, Univeristy of Southern MaineFollow
F. J. Bauchot, CE IBM La Gaude, France

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

Spring 1994

Publication Title

IEEE Network

Abstract

The authors have discussed several alternatives in wireless LAN design: media choice, operating frequency, operating mode, network topology, and access method. Although each technical choice presents both advantages and disadvantages, they argue that there is a design point that provides the best fit with present and future wireless LAN user needs. Considering all factors/spl mdash/including robustness, regulatory considerations, and interference avoidance/spl mdash/using a product based on the slow frequency-hopping spread spectrum, in the 2.4 GHz ISM band, relying on a base station remote station network topology and using a TDMA-based access method is the best way to meet the needs of radio-frequency wireless LAN users. The choices are many, but slow frequency-hopping at 2.4 GHz and TDMA-based medium access control provide the best mix of cost, range, interference, and performance.

Comments

Conference Paper published as Article in IEEE Network

Recommended Citation

Bantz, D. F. & Bauchot, F. J. (1994) Wireless lan design alternatives. IEEE Network. 8(2) 43 - 53. doi:10.1109/65.272940