Managing and Securing a Cisco Structured Wireless-Aware Network (SWAN)

Frequently Asked Questions

The following Frequently Asked Questions, answered by the authors of this book, are designed to both measure your understanding of the concepts presented in this chapter and to assist you with real-life implementation of these concepts. To have your questions about this chapter answered by the author, browse to www.syngress.com/solutions and click on the Ask the Author form. You will also gain access to thousands of other FAQs at ITFAQnet.com.

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I am deploying a wireless-aware LAN in a hospital. Are there any special concerns I should have?

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Installing any wireless communications device in a hospital is difficult. Not only do you need to be concerned about other devices interfering with your deployment, but you also have to ensure that your deployment does not interfere with the hospital s special equipment. Many pieces of test equipment can be rendered inoperable when a strong RF source is nearby.

Q:

I want to create a wireless LAN that extends over a very large distance. Can I just boost the signal going to the antenna to increase the coverage range?

A:

This can be done to a limited degree, but if you send too much power you will be breaking FCC regulations. Make sure you review the FCC regulations and any local ordinances to ensure that you comply with the law.

Q:

If there is a wireless access point and antenna near a user s cubical, do they need to be notified of the health risk?

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