Linksys WUSB54GS manual Frequently Asked Questions, What is the Ieee 802.11b standard?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network?

This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network. Consult the application’s user guide to determine if it supports operation over a network.

Can I play computer games with other members of the wireless network?

Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a LAN (local area network). Refer to the game’s user guide for more information.

What is the IEEE 802.11b standard?

It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11b standard allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11b standard. The 802.11b standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.

What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?

It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11g standard allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11g standard. The 802.11g standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.

What IEEE 802.11b features are supported?

The product supports the following IEEE 802.11b functions:

CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol

Multi-Channel Roaming

Automatic Rate Selection

RTS/CTS feature

Fragmentation

Power Management

What IEEE 802.11g features are supported?

The product supports the following IEEE 802.11g functions:

CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol

OFDM protocol

Multi-Channel Roaming

Automatic Rate Selection

RTS/CTS feature

Fragmentation

Power Management

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G How to Use this User Guide Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Setup Wizard’s Welcome Screen List of Figures13 Create a New Profile Introduction WelcomeWhat’s in this Guide? Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Network Topology Planning your Wireless NetworkSsid your wireless network’s name RoamingPlanning your Wireless Network Network LayoutUsing the USB Network Adapter’s Setup Wizard Setup Wizard’s Welcome ScreenWireless Mode Screen Wireless Security Screen WEP PSK+RADIUS 10 The Check Settings Screen Software instructions for the computer AdapterConnecting the USB Network Adapter A USB PortLED Indicators LinkUsing the Wireless Network Monitor Using the Wireless Network Monitor IconAccessing the Wireless Network Monitor Link InformationWireless Network Status Wireless Network Statistics Site Survey Site InformationProfiles Profile InformationCreating a New Profile 13 Create a New Profile17 Ad-Hoc Mode Settings for New Profile 18 Wireless Security for New Profile WEP20 Wireless Security PSK for New Profile PSKPSK + Radius EAP-TLS23 Wireless Security Radius Using EAP-TLS for New Profile Radius26 Congratulations for New Profile My computer does not recognize the USB Network Adapter Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions USB Network Adapter does not work properlyWhat is the Ieee 802.11g standard? Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the Ieee 802.11b standard? What Ieee 802.11b features are supported?What is roaming? What is ad-hoc mode?What is infrastructure mode? What is ISM band?What is DSSS? What is FHSS? And what are their differences? What is WEP?Security Precautions Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless Security Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Shared Resources Appendix C Windows HelpTCP/IP Network Neighborhood/My Network PlacesAppendix D Glossary Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster Wireless-G USB Network Adapter with SpeedBooster WUSB54GS Appendix E SpecificationsModel StandardsStorage Temp FCCOperating Temp Operating HumidityAppendix F Warranty Information Limited WarrantyAppendix G Regulatory Information FCC StatementAppendix H Contact Information