|
What is a LAN?
LAN is an acronym for Local Area Network. It is where two
or more computers are connected together within the same geographic
location.
What is networking?
A network is a group of computers, printers and other devices
connected together either with cables or wireless products
for the purpose of sharing data, hardware and Internet access.
Data travels over these connections, allowing network users
to exchange documents and data with each other, print to the
same printer and share hardware or software over the network.
Key Benefits of Wireless Networking
Share Broadband Internet Connection.
Share a printer, scanner or other peripheral.
Share files
Connect work laptop to your home or office network.
Ability to move around your house or office while being connected
to your local network or the internet without being tied down
by the length of your network cable.
Will network products work
with my existing equipment?
Yes, when it meets the following specifications:
All major operating systems including Windows 98, 2000, Millennium
(Me) or XP.
Minimum of 10MB available hard disk space.
Available PCMCIA slot in your notebook computer.
Available ISA/ PCI slot for desktop computing.
USB port available if you choose the USB option.
How will wireless affect my
connection speed?
The Invisible LAN wireless solutions support data rates of
up to 54Mbit/sec. These speeds are more than sufficient for
most PC applications including email, internet and other word
processing or graphics applications. As a comparison here
are other network connection speeds.
Dial up modem 28 Kbit/sec or 56 Kbit/sec
ISDN 128 Kbit/sec
DSL 384 Kbit/sec to 8 Mbit/sec
Cable Modem 500 Kbit/sec to 2.5 Mbit/sec
10BaseT cable 10 Mbit/sec
What devices can I make wireless?
Desktops, laptops and printers are common place. New technology
is becoming available constantly and security cameras are
now also available in a wireless variety.
Can I use my wireless laptop outside
of my house or office?
Yes. The effectiveness of this method relys on the range between
you house/office and the laptop.
Proud member of  
|
