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DSSS (Direct-Sequence Spread-Spectrum) - Frequency transmission with a redundant bit pattern resulting in a lower probability of information being lost in transit.

Encryption - Encoding data transmitted in a network.

Ethernet - IEEE standard network protocol that specifies how data is placed on and retrieved from a common transmission medium.

Fragmentation -Breaking a packet into smaller units when transmitting over a network medium that cannot support the original size of the packet.

Gateway - A device that interconnects networks with different, incompatible communications protocols. Hardware - The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices. Infrastructure - A wireless network that is bridged to a wired network via an access point.

IP (Internet Protocol) - A protocol used to send data over a network.

IP Address - The address used to identify a computer or device on a network.

ISM band - Radio bandwidth utilized in wireless transmissions.

ISP (Internet Service Provider) - A company that provides access to the Internet.

LAN - The computers and networking products that make up your local network.

MAC (Media Access Control) Address - The unique address that a manufacturer assigns to each networking device.

Mbps (MegaBits Per Second) - One million bits per second; a unit of measurement for data transmission.

Network - A series of computers or devices connected for the purpose of data sharing, storage, and/or transmission between users.

Node - A network junction or connection point, typically a computer or work station.

Packet - A unit of data sent over a network.

Passphrase - Used much like a password, a passphrase simplifies the WEP encryption process by automatically generating the WEP encryption keys for Linksys products.

Port - The connection point on a computer or networking device used for plugging in cables or adapters.

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Contents Wireless- G How to Use This User Guide Copyright and TrademarksWord definition Table of Contents Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen Setup Wizard’s License Agreement10 Import a Profile Introduction WelcomeAdapter a device that adds network functionality to your PC What’s in this Guide? Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Planning your Wireless Network Network TopologyRoaming Topology the physical layout of a networkNetwork Layout Starting the Setup Setup Wizard’s License AgreementConnecting the Adapter Setting up the AdapterWEP Key Needed for Connection Encryption encoding data transmitted in a networkCongratulations Manual Setup 10 Network SettingsWEP WPA Personal PSK2WPA Enterprise EAP-TLSRadius 19 Confirm New Settings Using the Wireless Network Monitor Accessing the Wireless Network MonitorWireless Network Status screen Link InformationWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics More Information-Network StatisticsSite Survey Site InformationWPA-Personal Needed for Connection Profiles Profile InformationCreate a New Profile 12 Create a New ProfileWPA Personal Needed for Connection 13 Available Wireless Network Wpa wi-fi protected access a wireless security protocol Using Tkip Temporal Key Integrity Protocol encryptionWhich can be used in conjunction with a Radius server 17 Wireless Security WEP 19 Wireless Security PSK2 EAP-TLS 22 Wireless Security Radius Using EAP-TLS 25 Congratulations Appendix a Troubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsFrequently Asked Questions What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?What is the Ieee 802.11g standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is ad-hoc mode? What is infrastructure mode?What is roaming? What is ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?What is WPA? What is RADIUS?Appendix B Using Windows XP Wireless Configuration Select Use Linksys Wireless Network MonitorFigure B-4 Available Wireless Network Figure B-6 Network Connection Wireless Security Appendix C Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix C Wireless Security Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix D Windows Help Shared ResourcesNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix E Glossary Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with RangeBooster Appendix F Specifications Protocols802.11g Ofdm Storage Temp Operating HumidityStorage Humidity Appendix G Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix H Regulatory Information FCC StatementWireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Wireless-G PCI Adapter with Range Booster Appendix I Contact Information