by Thorn » Wed Jul 30, 2003 7:56 am
The column titles are all self-explanatory. However, you must learn to walk before you can run.
You must have a baseline knowledge in computer networking (so you know what things like a MAC are) and RF theory (so you understand things like SNR.) Once you have those two down, a few of the things are WiFi specific, such as the SSID.
First, get a basic computer networking book. Search on the term "Networking 101" on these forums for a list of suggested books.
Second, get a basic RF theory book. Look in books stores for some Ham Radio study guides. Most give basic RF theory for beginners.
Finally, get Jeff Duntemann's Drive-By Wi-Fi Guide, to pull it all together and for the WiFi specifics. You can start with Jeff's book, but it also assumes you know some basics. If you don't know what a MAC is, then you have to start slow.
Thorn
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