Bewildered about Wireless Home Computer Speeds. Let Me Explain. Wi-Fi is the Umbrella Term for the Standards... ...Based wireless Local Area Network Communications Protocol. When you talk about Wireless Data Connections. The 802.11-G-Router Here is a listing of approximate indoor wireless computer distance for 802.11g 54 Mbps - 20 meters about 65 feet. The 802.11-N-Router Wireless Speeds 4 Times the Range and 12 times faster then wireless, G. N- MIMO (multiple input multiple output), in
which a number of antennas transmit Data. The actual speed of any wireless router varies considerably, with the new N-technology the signal travels much further because
of the multiple antennas. Again this is under ideal conditions, don't go crazy over these spec's folks, go with N for media-intensive applications (video, games, etc)
what's next wireless z? See Arranging wireless antennas. You can cover a large room if you put the wireless router or access point in the center of the room and
place all of the wireless computers around your computer.
I have found that most of the router work exceptionally well under 100-ft, if you need the greater range go out and purchase a range expander or some high gain antennas.
With an increase in wireless speeds 802.11g which is rated at 54Mbp unless you install a 802.11b card (11Mbps) , then the speed drops to the slowest device 802.11b, 802.11g are compatible with 802.11b.g,n network interface (NIC) cards. Quick Tip: The wireless speeds gold standard is *802.11n - the newest, fastest and most powerful (so far) 802.11 radio technology that broadens bandwidths on the 2.4 GHz band. Much faster then wireless - G
Wireless Speeds No Matter How Fast We Still Want To Go Faster
Interference doesn't kill a wireless network connection, it just slows it down as the connection fights through the competing radio waves. The intermittent nature of the interference in the home or business makes it difficult to track down the offending devices, so focus on the cordless phones and microwave ranges which operate in the same 2.4 GHz band width. Quick Tips Troubleshooting performance If you're experiencing connection problems- check the following
-- Look for sources of interference, such as power outlets, fluorescent lights, power supplies, and coiled or extra-long cables
-- Make sure all cable connections are secure. Check the link light on the network card - Nic
-- Be sure that you have not used a telephone(RJ-11) cable in an Ethernet (RJ-45) cable port.
-- Coaxial cable Uses shielding to keep the signal focused which reduces interference
-- Twisted pair Most commonly used in wired networks - UTP Cat 5e, 6a twists the pairs around each other to reduce interference.
-- Be sure that you have not used a telephone (RJ 11) cable in an Ethernet (RJ 45) port. -- Installing a new wireless network or adding new wireless pc's. Use the 802.11 N for all.
It's Not Uncommon In The Computer Industry
To exaggerate a little about the wireless speed of their devices, after all is a 17-inch monitor really 17 inches. The main reason for the wireless speeds inflated rating is that some of it is taken by overhead, and even these lower capacities can be limited by distance, walls and other wireless environmental conditions. Cheers,
Jim
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