Wireless LAN

Wireless LAN (also known as “WiFi”) technology has come of age and is progressing in leaps and bounds. It is already more economical than cabled technologies in most instances.

The most common and affordable versions are still slower than their cabled equivalents, but in real practice, this usually is not noticeable.

Wireless LAN provides a very cost effective solution for setting up small PC networks and is also economical for adding or expanding existing networks.

Some benefits of Wireless LAN include:

• Cost. Installing a data cabling backbone can be expensive in some situations. The speed achieved through cabled connections is higher, but generally this speed is never used in normal network environments.
• Security. Many features are built into wireless technology to encrypt the signal being sent, or to prevent access from all but those computers which you nominate. Conventionally, traditionalists feared wireless due to the signals being sent through the air, where anyone could potentially eavesdrop. The reality of wireless encryption and security make it a very safe and secure product.
• Ease of use. Moving desk? Just pick your PC or laptop up and move wherever you want. No cables to mess with. No contractor to call out to relocate cables for you. Want to sit outside, or in the coffee shop across the road to work? With wireless these dreams become reality.

Talking Point can advise you on whether a wireless network is suitable for you, or help with adding wireless access to your existing network. Please contact us to get you started with wireless.