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

Firmware - 1. In network devices, the programming that runs the device. 2. Programming loaded into read-only memory (ROM) or programmable read-only memory (PROM) that cannot be altered by end-users.

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

Gateway - A system that interconnects networks.

Hardware - The physical aspect of computers, telecommunications, and other information technology devices.

IEEE (The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) - An independent institute that develops networking standards.

Infrastructure Mode - Configuration in which a wireless network 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 band used in wireless networking transmissions.

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

LAN (Local Area Network) - The computers and networking products that make up the network in your home or office.

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.

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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?Appendix B Wireless Security Security PrecautionsSecurity 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