DualPath Architecture provides high-speed connectivity and 99.999% uptime by seamlessly switching between an optical wireless primary path and an RF secondary path. It combines the benefits of optical wireless technology, which provides fiber-like bandwidth but can be impacted by weather, and RF technology, which provides lower bandwidth but 99.999% uptime. Through proprietary switching between these paths, DualPath Architecture ensures no disruptions to voice or data services during switching. This integrated outdoor wireless solution addresses the shortcomings of standalone wireless options for enterprises and carriers seeking high-capacity, reliable connections.
U.S. Wireless Overview & Outlook Presentation (V02C)Mark Goldstein
The latest version (V02C) of my overview of wireless spectrum, technologies and opportunities in just 20 slides. Tried to capture all of today's wireless essentials in this brief briefing. Enjoy!
The document discusses various wireless technologies including their history, standards, applications, and comparisons. It covers early wireless technologies using radio waves for communication. It then discusses wireless local area network standards including IEEE 802.11, Bluetooth, WiFi, WiMAX, ZigBee, and their uses in providing flexible network connectivity. Mobile communication standards from 1G to 3G are also summarized.
After the analysis of LoRa vs ZigBee technologies, you will learn about what is the difference between LoRa and ZigBee technology.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, LoRa is a variety of wireless technologies for IoT applications, which can form a local area network or wide area network.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, ZigBee is a low-power local area network protocol based on IEEE802.15.4 standard.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, LoRa technology has the characteristics of long-range, low power consumption (long battery life), multi-node, and low cost.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, ZigBee technology has the characteristics of close range, low complexity, low power consumption, low rate, and low cost.
Module 4 emerging wireless technologies and standardsnikshaikh786
The document discusses emerging wireless technologies and standards covered in Module 4. It provides an overview of Wireless Local Loop (WLL) technology, including its need and architecture. WLL uses radio connectivity to provide telephone network access, replacing wired connections. It has advantages like lower costs and faster deployment compared to installing cables. The document also covers the IEEE 802.11 standard for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), including the development of different standards, network architectures, and equipment.
Citizen Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) is a shared spectrum service with three tiers of users. The three tiers in ranked order of priority are the incumbent access (IA), priority access license (PAL) and general authorized access (GAA). CBRS uses LTE TDD as the radio access method and is not a new radio technology. CBRS is a dynamic spectrum control scheme using short term leases to enable services. This paper will briefly discuss many of the technical issues pertaining to specific CBRS that are not LTE -TDD specific.
Impact of Frequency Offset on Interference between Zigbee and Wifi for Smart ...IOSR Journals
Abstract: The Zigbee is a low cost communication technology used for low data rate communication system such as industrial automation etc. Because of its low complexity it is widely adopted for many applications. But the utilization of the same spectrum band by the WLAN system causes interference between both the systems. The proposed approach presents an analysis of this interference effect on Zigbee system when operated with WLAN sources at different distances and different power. It also analyzes the effect when a frequency offset is established between both systems. The simulation results shows that a small offset can provide sufficient improvement in the performance. Keywords: Smart Grids, Zigbee Network, Mesh Network, Wireless LAN (WLAN), BER
Next-Generation Wireless Overview & Outlook 7/7/20Mark Goldstein
On July 7, 2020 I presented a Next-Generation Wireless Overview & Outlook deep dive covering the next generation wireless landscape with its underlying emerging technologies, markets, and trends. I’ve tried to capture all of today's wireless essentials in this brief briefing. Enjoy!
The document discusses various broadband technologies and their capabilities. It covers wireline technologies including hybrid fiber-coax, DSL variants, and fiber to the premises. It provides roadmaps for technologies like DOCSIS and DSL2+ over time. It also summarizes fiber to the premises deployment statistics in North America and Minnesota, which show a growing adoption rate of fiber networks.
U.S. Wireless Overview & Outlook Presentation (V02C)Mark Goldstein
The latest version (V02C) of my overview of wireless spectrum, technologies and opportunities in just 20 slides. Tried to capture all of today's wireless essentials in this brief briefing. Enjoy!
The document discusses various wireless technologies including their history, standards, applications, and comparisons. It covers early wireless technologies using radio waves for communication. It then discusses wireless local area network standards including IEEE 802.11, Bluetooth, WiFi, WiMAX, ZigBee, and their uses in providing flexible network connectivity. Mobile communication standards from 1G to 3G are also summarized.
After the analysis of LoRa vs ZigBee technologies, you will learn about what is the difference between LoRa and ZigBee technology.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, LoRa is a variety of wireless technologies for IoT applications, which can form a local area network or wide area network.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, ZigBee is a low-power local area network protocol based on IEEE802.15.4 standard.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, LoRa technology has the characteristics of long-range, low power consumption (long battery life), multi-node, and low cost.
In LoRa vs ZigBee technology, ZigBee technology has the characteristics of close range, low complexity, low power consumption, low rate, and low cost.
Module 4 emerging wireless technologies and standardsnikshaikh786
The document discusses emerging wireless technologies and standards covered in Module 4. It provides an overview of Wireless Local Loop (WLL) technology, including its need and architecture. WLL uses radio connectivity to provide telephone network access, replacing wired connections. It has advantages like lower costs and faster deployment compared to installing cables. The document also covers the IEEE 802.11 standard for Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), including the development of different standards, network architectures, and equipment.
Citizen Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) is a shared spectrum service with three tiers of users. The three tiers in ranked order of priority are the incumbent access (IA), priority access license (PAL) and general authorized access (GAA). CBRS uses LTE TDD as the radio access method and is not a new radio technology. CBRS is a dynamic spectrum control scheme using short term leases to enable services. This paper will briefly discuss many of the technical issues pertaining to specific CBRS that are not LTE -TDD specific.
Impact of Frequency Offset on Interference between Zigbee and Wifi for Smart ...IOSR Journals
Abstract: The Zigbee is a low cost communication technology used for low data rate communication system such as industrial automation etc. Because of its low complexity it is widely adopted for many applications. But the utilization of the same spectrum band by the WLAN system causes interference between both the systems. The proposed approach presents an analysis of this interference effect on Zigbee system when operated with WLAN sources at different distances and different power. It also analyzes the effect when a frequency offset is established between both systems. The simulation results shows that a small offset can provide sufficient improvement in the performance. Keywords: Smart Grids, Zigbee Network, Mesh Network, Wireless LAN (WLAN), BER
Next-Generation Wireless Overview & Outlook 7/7/20Mark Goldstein
On July 7, 2020 I presented a Next-Generation Wireless Overview & Outlook deep dive covering the next generation wireless landscape with its underlying emerging technologies, markets, and trends. I’ve tried to capture all of today's wireless essentials in this brief briefing. Enjoy!
The document discusses various broadband technologies and their capabilities. It covers wireline technologies including hybrid fiber-coax, DSL variants, and fiber to the premises. It provides roadmaps for technologies like DOCSIS and DSL2+ over time. It also summarizes fiber to the premises deployment statistics in North America and Minnesota, which show a growing adoption rate of fiber networks.
This document discusses the evolution of wireless networks and public mobile services. It describes the progression from personal area networks (PANs) like Bluetooth to wireless local area networks (WLANs) to public wide area cellular networks. It also discusses the standards bodies 3GPP and 3GPP2 that were formed to develop standards for third-generation (3G) mobile networks using core IP technology. This allowed for the development of high-speed mobile internet services as public mobile services evolved from basic text messaging to lower-speed and eventually high-speed mobile internet access.
Wireless networking technologies have evolved significantly over the past few decades. Early technologies like HiperLAN and 802.11 provided connectivity at speeds up to 2 Mbps in the 1990s. 802.11 standards have since been updated to support speeds up to 54 Mbps. Meanwhile, other technologies like Bluetooth, WiMax and 4G/LTE were developed to provide wireless broadband and meet increasing bandwidth demands, with 4G/LTE targets of 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps speeds. However, the future remains uncertain as different standards compete and many expect a mix of technologies will be used depending on the situation and device capabilities.
The document discusses wireless LAN (WLAN) and wireless metropolitan area network (WMAN) technologies. It provides an overview of the IEEE 802.11 and 802.16 standards for WLANs and WMANs respectively, outlining the goals and evolution of the standards over time to support higher data rates and new frequencies of operation. It also discusses wireless personal area network (WPAN) technologies including Bluetooth and how they differ from WLANs in terms of power levels, coverage areas, and supported devices.
This document provides a summary of wired and wireless network infrastructures for transporting data traffic. It discusses technologies for wireline networks including fiber optic networks using GPON and wavelength division multiplexing. It also covers wireless network infrastructures such as point-to-point microwave, Wi-Fi standards like 802.11ax, and mobile cellular networks including an overview of 4G LTE and the vision for 5G. The document examines various technologies and considerations for transporting traffic between wireline and wireless networks.
This document summarizes several major mobile radio standards used in the United States and Europe. It provides information on the standard type, year introduced, multiple access technique used, operating frequency band, modulation type, and channel bandwidth for standards such as AMPS, GSM, CDMA, IS-95 and others. Additionally, it discusses the evolution of cellular networks through generations from analog to digital systems and increasing data capabilities.
The document summarizes 4G wireless network technology. 4G networks will provide transmission speeds from 100Mbps to 1Gbps using only packet-switched networks. Key objectives of 4G include high network capacity, seamless connectivity across networks, and support for multimedia applications requiring transmission of high-quality video and audio. 4G will rely on technologies like OFDMA and MIMO to achieve these goals and deliver an "all-IP" experience to users.
EC 8004 wireless networks -Two marks with answersKannanKrishnana
The document discusses various aspects of wireless networks including infrared transmission, spread spectrum techniques, issues in wireless local area networks (WLAN), applications of WLAN, IEEE 802.11 standard, medium access control in IEEE 802.11, wireless asynchronous transfer mode (WATM), high performance radio local area network (HIPERLAN), Bluetooth, mobile IP, ad hoc networks, dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP), session initiation protocol (SIP), orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM), and 4G and beyond technologies. Key topics covered are infrared and spread spectrum transmission methods, MAC functions in 802.11, requirements of HIPERLAN, states and modulation in Bluetooth, entities in mobile IP, characteristics
Overview of wireless and mobile technologies.
Advances in signal processing technologies are a technological driver for wireless technologies. Different technologies like 3G (WAN), WLAN (LAN), Bluetooth (PAN) and WiMAX (MAN) target different applications and markets. Since most of the frequency spectrum is still regulated in the different countries, newer technologies aim for non-regulated bands such as the 2.4GHz and 5GHz ISM bands.
In order to fully exploit untethered operation, wireless devices are fitted with roaming and handover protocols like 802.11r or Mobile IP. Layer 2 protocols typically provide faster handover but are restricted to specific link layer protocols. Layer 3 or higher protocols like Mobile IP are independent of the link layer thus work across heterogeneous networks.
The project manages to derive the range of operation of a user in interference based scenarios between Femtocells and Macrocells, in terms of Signal to Noise and Interference ratios. The simulation was carried out for both the uplink and the downlink scenario. It could be successfully concluded that the environment that the user is in plays an important part in performance evaluation of the user.
Future Technology of Communication RoF (Radio over Fiber) and Fi-Wi (Fiber-Wi...IRJET Journal
This document discusses future technologies for communication using Radio over Fiber (RoF) and Fiber-Wireless (Fi-Wi) networks. It begins by defining Fi-Wi as a combination of optical fiber and wireless networks that can provide telecommunication services to distant areas. It then discusses RoF, where radio frequencies are carried over optical fiber links, and notes challenges like propagation delay. Next, it examines the Fi-Wi network architecture and components like the wireless sub-network and PON. It also discusses challenges of Fi-Wi implementation and quality of service issues. Finally, it outlines areas for future research like performance improvement, routing algorithms, architectural design, energy consumption, and integration with smart grids.
4G networks will integrate existing mobile technologies using advanced technologies like IPv6 addressing. They will offer higher speeds and bandwidth to support multimedia services. However, challenges remain around accessing different networks, managing terminal mobility across networks, and performing efficient handovers between networks and cells. Overcoming these challenges is important for fully realizing 4G's capabilities.
This document provides an overview of 5G technology. It begins with an introduction to 5G, noting that 5G networks will be able to handle data traffic that is 10,000 times greater than current 4G networks. It then discusses the expected experience with 5G including anticipated speeds of several hundred times faster than 4G. The document outlines the evolution from 1G to 5G mobile networks and provides a comparison table of their features. It describes the architecture and functional architecture of 5G including its use of IPv6 addresses. The document discusses the hardware, software, advantages, disadvantages and applications of 5G concluding that 5G will revolutionize wireless communication.
The document discusses wireless local area networks (WLANs) and the IEEE 802.11 standards. It provides an overview of wireless technology, outlines the 802.11 standards including 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, security features, and challenges. It also summarizes how WLANs integrate with existing networks through access points and allow roaming between coverage areas.
This document provides an overview of Wi-Fi and WiMAX wireless technologies. It describes Wi-Fi as a wireless local area network standard based on IEEE 802.11 that provides connectivity within 300 feet of an access point. It also outlines WiMAX as a wireless broadband standard based on IEEE 802.16 that can provide connectivity up to 30 km and mobile broadband up to 3 km from a base station. The document discusses the history, standards, components, strengths and weaknesses of both Wi-Fi and WiMAX networks.
The document discusses WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access), which is a wireless technology that provides broadband connections over long distances at speeds up to 70 megabits per second without needing line-of-sight access to a base station. It is based on IEEE 802.16 standards and is expected to replace or complement existing wireless technologies like WiFi and Bluetooth by offering higher speeds and longer ranges. The document covers WiMax's technical details, working mechanisms, applications and its potential to enable widespread wireless broadband access.
This document discusses infrared technology and its applications. It describes how infrared uses electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than those of visible light. It also explains different infrared data transmission techniques like directed beam, omnidirectional, and diffused transmission. The document discusses how infrared is used for wireless communication in local networks and protocols like IrDA. It provides examples of infrared applications in keyboards, scanning documents, and mobile devices. Finally, it outlines some advantages and disadvantages of infrared technology.
The AP 8163 is a ruggedized outdoor mesh access point designed to withstand extreme weather conditions. It has three radios - two for client access across 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, and a third radio that can be used for wireless intrusion prevention scanning or dynamic frequency selection to avoid radar interference. The advanced WiNG 5 operating system allows the access points to self-optimize the network for best performance. Key features include powerful antennas for extended range, mesh networking for redundancy, and security features like firewalls and wireless intrusion prevention.
This document provides a summary of basic wireless networking concepts for new users. It discusses the need for wireless networks and their benefits over wired networks. It then covers fundamental wireless topics like wireless topologies, regulatory bodies, wireless network components, and wireless network types. It also addresses wireless design concepts such as ad-hoc vs infrastructure networks and wireless access point types. The document aims to give new wireless users a high-level understanding of wireless fundamentals and common industry terminology.
Jafar Shah presented on 5G technology. 5G networks will be able to handle 10,000 times more traffic than current 3G and 4G networks, and provide data download speeds hundreds of times faster than 4G. 5G is expected to be rolled out commercially between 2020 and 2025. It will require new devices and chipsets capable of supporting speeds upwards of 10 gigabits per second. Key features of 5G include speeds of 1 gigabit per second or higher, low latency, and support for a vast increase in the number of connected devices.
This document discusses the evolution of wireless networks and public mobile services. It describes the progression from personal area networks (PANs) like Bluetooth to wireless local area networks (WLANs) to public wide area cellular networks. It also discusses the standards bodies 3GPP and 3GPP2 that were formed to develop standards for third-generation (3G) mobile networks using core IP technology. This allowed for the development of high-speed mobile internet services as public mobile services evolved from basic text messaging to lower-speed and eventually high-speed mobile internet access.
Wireless networking technologies have evolved significantly over the past few decades. Early technologies like HiperLAN and 802.11 provided connectivity at speeds up to 2 Mbps in the 1990s. 802.11 standards have since been updated to support speeds up to 54 Mbps. Meanwhile, other technologies like Bluetooth, WiMax and 4G/LTE were developed to provide wireless broadband and meet increasing bandwidth demands, with 4G/LTE targets of 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps speeds. However, the future remains uncertain as different standards compete and many expect a mix of technologies will be used depending on the situation and device capabilities.
The document discusses wireless LAN (WLAN) and wireless metropolitan area network (WMAN) technologies. It provides an overview of the IEEE 802.11 and 802.16 standards for WLANs and WMANs respectively, outlining the goals and evolution of the standards over time to support higher data rates and new frequencies of operation. It also discusses wireless personal area network (WPAN) technologies including Bluetooth and how they differ from WLANs in terms of power levels, coverage areas, and supported devices.
This document provides a summary of wired and wireless network infrastructures for transporting data traffic. It discusses technologies for wireline networks including fiber optic networks using GPON and wavelength division multiplexing. It also covers wireless network infrastructures such as point-to-point microwave, Wi-Fi standards like 802.11ax, and mobile cellular networks including an overview of 4G LTE and the vision for 5G. The document examines various technologies and considerations for transporting traffic between wireline and wireless networks.
This document summarizes several major mobile radio standards used in the United States and Europe. It provides information on the standard type, year introduced, multiple access technique used, operating frequency band, modulation type, and channel bandwidth for standards such as AMPS, GSM, CDMA, IS-95 and others. Additionally, it discusses the evolution of cellular networks through generations from analog to digital systems and increasing data capabilities.
The document summarizes 4G wireless network technology. 4G networks will provide transmission speeds from 100Mbps to 1Gbps using only packet-switched networks. Key objectives of 4G include high network capacity, seamless connectivity across networks, and support for multimedia applications requiring transmission of high-quality video and audio. 4G will rely on technologies like OFDMA and MIMO to achieve these goals and deliver an "all-IP" experience to users.
EC 8004 wireless networks -Two marks with answersKannanKrishnana
The document discusses various aspects of wireless networks including infrared transmission, spread spectrum techniques, issues in wireless local area networks (WLAN), applications of WLAN, IEEE 802.11 standard, medium access control in IEEE 802.11, wireless asynchronous transfer mode (WATM), high performance radio local area network (HIPERLAN), Bluetooth, mobile IP, ad hoc networks, dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP), session initiation protocol (SIP), orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM), and 4G and beyond technologies. Key topics covered are infrared and spread spectrum transmission methods, MAC functions in 802.11, requirements of HIPERLAN, states and modulation in Bluetooth, entities in mobile IP, characteristics
Overview of wireless and mobile technologies.
Advances in signal processing technologies are a technological driver for wireless technologies. Different technologies like 3G (WAN), WLAN (LAN), Bluetooth (PAN) and WiMAX (MAN) target different applications and markets. Since most of the frequency spectrum is still regulated in the different countries, newer technologies aim for non-regulated bands such as the 2.4GHz and 5GHz ISM bands.
In order to fully exploit untethered operation, wireless devices are fitted with roaming and handover protocols like 802.11r or Mobile IP. Layer 2 protocols typically provide faster handover but are restricted to specific link layer protocols. Layer 3 or higher protocols like Mobile IP are independent of the link layer thus work across heterogeneous networks.
The project manages to derive the range of operation of a user in interference based scenarios between Femtocells and Macrocells, in terms of Signal to Noise and Interference ratios. The simulation was carried out for both the uplink and the downlink scenario. It could be successfully concluded that the environment that the user is in plays an important part in performance evaluation of the user.
Future Technology of Communication RoF (Radio over Fiber) and Fi-Wi (Fiber-Wi...IRJET Journal
This document discusses future technologies for communication using Radio over Fiber (RoF) and Fiber-Wireless (Fi-Wi) networks. It begins by defining Fi-Wi as a combination of optical fiber and wireless networks that can provide telecommunication services to distant areas. It then discusses RoF, where radio frequencies are carried over optical fiber links, and notes challenges like propagation delay. Next, it examines the Fi-Wi network architecture and components like the wireless sub-network and PON. It also discusses challenges of Fi-Wi implementation and quality of service issues. Finally, it outlines areas for future research like performance improvement, routing algorithms, architectural design, energy consumption, and integration with smart grids.
4G networks will integrate existing mobile technologies using advanced technologies like IPv6 addressing. They will offer higher speeds and bandwidth to support multimedia services. However, challenges remain around accessing different networks, managing terminal mobility across networks, and performing efficient handovers between networks and cells. Overcoming these challenges is important for fully realizing 4G's capabilities.
This document provides an overview of 5G technology. It begins with an introduction to 5G, noting that 5G networks will be able to handle data traffic that is 10,000 times greater than current 4G networks. It then discusses the expected experience with 5G including anticipated speeds of several hundred times faster than 4G. The document outlines the evolution from 1G to 5G mobile networks and provides a comparison table of their features. It describes the architecture and functional architecture of 5G including its use of IPv6 addresses. The document discusses the hardware, software, advantages, disadvantages and applications of 5G concluding that 5G will revolutionize wireless communication.
The document discusses wireless local area networks (WLANs) and the IEEE 802.11 standards. It provides an overview of wireless technology, outlines the 802.11 standards including 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, security features, and challenges. It also summarizes how WLANs integrate with existing networks through access points and allow roaming between coverage areas.
This document provides an overview of Wi-Fi and WiMAX wireless technologies. It describes Wi-Fi as a wireless local area network standard based on IEEE 802.11 that provides connectivity within 300 feet of an access point. It also outlines WiMAX as a wireless broadband standard based on IEEE 802.16 that can provide connectivity up to 30 km and mobile broadband up to 3 km from a base station. The document discusses the history, standards, components, strengths and weaknesses of both Wi-Fi and WiMAX networks.
The document discusses WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access), which is a wireless technology that provides broadband connections over long distances at speeds up to 70 megabits per second without needing line-of-sight access to a base station. It is based on IEEE 802.16 standards and is expected to replace or complement existing wireless technologies like WiFi and Bluetooth by offering higher speeds and longer ranges. The document covers WiMax's technical details, working mechanisms, applications and its potential to enable widespread wireless broadband access.
This document discusses infrared technology and its applications. It describes how infrared uses electromagnetic radiation with wavelengths longer than those of visible light. It also explains different infrared data transmission techniques like directed beam, omnidirectional, and diffused transmission. The document discusses how infrared is used for wireless communication in local networks and protocols like IrDA. It provides examples of infrared applications in keyboards, scanning documents, and mobile devices. Finally, it outlines some advantages and disadvantages of infrared technology.
The AP 8163 is a ruggedized outdoor mesh access point designed to withstand extreme weather conditions. It has three radios - two for client access across 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, and a third radio that can be used for wireless intrusion prevention scanning or dynamic frequency selection to avoid radar interference. The advanced WiNG 5 operating system allows the access points to self-optimize the network for best performance. Key features include powerful antennas for extended range, mesh networking for redundancy, and security features like firewalls and wireless intrusion prevention.
This document provides a summary of basic wireless networking concepts for new users. It discusses the need for wireless networks and their benefits over wired networks. It then covers fundamental wireless topics like wireless topologies, regulatory bodies, wireless network components, and wireless network types. It also addresses wireless design concepts such as ad-hoc vs infrastructure networks and wireless access point types. The document aims to give new wireless users a high-level understanding of wireless fundamentals and common industry terminology.
Jafar Shah presented on 5G technology. 5G networks will be able to handle 10,000 times more traffic than current 3G and 4G networks, and provide data download speeds hundreds of times faster than 4G. 5G is expected to be rolled out commercially between 2020 and 2025. It will require new devices and chipsets capable of supporting speeds upwards of 10 gigabits per second. Key features of 5G include speeds of 1 gigabit per second or higher, low latency, and support for a vast increase in the number of connected devices.
Here is one way to sort the arrays by age and then by income:
@sorted = sort { $age[$a] <=> $age[$b] || $income[$a] <=> $income[$b] } @index;
This uses the spaceship operator (<=>) to first compare the ages, and if they are equal, then compares the incomes to break the tie.
A empresa de tecnologia anunciou um novo smartphone com câmera aprimorada, processador mais rápido e bateria de maior duração. O dispositivo também possui tela maior e armazenamento expansível, com preço sugerido a partir de US$799. Analistas esperam que o aparelho ajude a empresa a aumentar sua participação no competitivo mercado de smartphones.
Development journalism originated in the 1960s as a response to Western ideals dominating news in developing countries. It aims to function within local cultures and politics. Development journalism is derived from development communication and was originally used by agricultural workers disseminating new farming methods. Today, it covers a wider range of topics. Development journalists relate news to a population's primary, secondary and tertiary needs. Their role is to give voice to communities and uncover overlooked issues, acting as watchdogs while contributing to solutions. Journalists must understand complex development processes and translate technical information for lay audiences. Their focus is on constructive reporting that drives social change. Challenges include defining professional roles, commercialization influencing coverage, and lack of resources.
Development communication aims to improve quality of life through programs that address health, education, and social and economic development. It is a participatory process that empowers people to gain greater control over their environment and advance socially and materially. Effective development communication informs, instructs, inspires, insists on, and involves people to bring about positive social change and address issues like poverty, disease, education, and infrastructure. It communicates development messages and supports development planning and implementation to improve people's lives in a sustainable way without harming the environment.
The document describes WiMAX technology and compares it to WiFi. It discusses the IEEE 802.16 standard that WiMAX is based on and the two versions: fixed and mobile. It also reviews some non-standard commercial solutions for wireless networks like Alvarion, Motorola Canopy, and MikroTik that have been used for medium to long-range networks.
The document provides information on the history and types of wireless LANs and mobile networks. It discusses:
- The early development of wireless technologies from 1971 including ALOHAnet and experimental wireless networks. Standards like IEEE 802.11 were introduced from 1997.
- Types of wireless LANs including infrared, spread spectrum, and narrowband microwave networks. Key standards are also discussed like IEEE 802.11, HiperLAN, Bluetooth, and HomeRF.
- Challenges for wireless networks including improving data rates, addressing security and interference issues, and ensuring system interoperability. Seamless handoff between access points is also discussed.
WiMax (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) is a wireless technology that provides broadband connections over long distances using radio signals rather than cables or wires. It uses the IEEE 802.16 standard to deliver high-speed internet access of up to 40 Mbps to fixed locations and 15 Mbps for mobile use within a few kilometers of the base station. WiMax can provide both fixed and mobile broadband access as an alternative to cable and DSL. It has a longer range than WiFi with connections of up to 30 miles using line-of-sight antennas.
The document discusses the current fiber optic backbone network in the US and upgrades that have been done to extend its reach and increase bandwidth capabilities. While most recent fiber laying efforts have focused on extending the backbone to new central offices, only 5% of buildings have a direct connection, though over 75% are within a mile of the backbone. The document then shifts to discussing wireless optical communication technologies for providing high bandwidth wireless network connectivity as an alternative to laying new fiber lines.
- The document discusses wireless local area networks (WLANs) based on the IEEE 802.11 standard. It describes the need for WLANs due to factors like mobility and ease of installation.
- It covers different aspects of IEEE 802.11 WLANs including transmission media (infrared, radio frequency, microwave), topology (basic service set, basic service area), medium access control, and security.
- The key transmission media discussed are direct sequence spread spectrum (DSSS) using Barker sequences, and frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) using pseudorandom number generation.
The document provides an overview of wireless communication technologies including Bluetooth, Infrared Data Association (IrDA), HomeRF, IEEE 802.11 WiFi, 802.16 WiMax, and wireless hotspots. It defines wireless communication as the transfer of information between two or more points not connected by an electrical conductor using radio waves. Key aspects of various wireless standards are discussed, such as operating frequency and speed, range, and security features. Limitations of wireless technologies including a finite radio spectrum and potential for interference are also noted.
WiMAX is a wireless technology that provides broadband access over long distances. It allows users to access the internet without wires by connecting to a WiMAX base station. Key points:
- WiMAX provides high-speed internet access to homes and businesses without wires using wireless technology outlined in IEEE 802.16 standards.
- It can be used for various applications including connecting Wi-Fi hotspots, providing broadband access, and providing mobile data for 4G services.
- WiMAX uses licensed or unlicensed spectrum and has an architecture with subscriber stations, access networks, and connectivity networks interconnected by standardized interfaces.
- It aims to eliminate constraints of Wi-Fi by providing greater mobility over longer distances and
This document discusses various applications of fiber optic cable networks including:
1. Fiber To The Home networks which provide voice, video, and data services over a single fiber using different wavelengths of light. Popular FTTH network types include BPON, EPON, and GPON.
2. Metropolitan telecom networks which connect local area networks across a region and require high-speed connections best provided by fiber optic cables.
3. Long distance telecom networks which transmit telephone, internet, and television signals between cities using a backbone of fiber optic cables laid underground and underwater.
Competing technologies have a time-to-market advantage
- Many mobile operators have invested heavily in 3G systems.
Multiple technologies will co-exist as they meet different needs
Mobility may become a powerful differentiating factor when competing with DSL or Cable
WiMAX is a wireless technology that provides broadband access over long distances. It can deliver high-speed internet access to both fixed and mobile users. WiMAX uses radio signals to transmit data between an antenna mounted on a structure like a tower and a wireless device. This allows it to provide broadband connectivity to areas where cable or DSL internet is unavailable or too expensive. WiMAX has advantages over WiFi like greater range, higher speeds, and less interference. While it promises high speeds and long ranges, its real-world performance depends on factors like line of sight, number of users, and environmental conditions. WiMAX can help provide emergency communications networks that are difficult to disrupt.
WiMAX is a wireless broadband technology that provides high-speed internet access over long distances. It uses the IEEE 802.16 standard and operates in both licensed and unlicensed spectrum. The document discusses the evolution of WiMAX standards to support both fixed and mobile access. It also describes different types of wireless networks including WLANs, WMANs, and WWANs, and explains how WiMAX can be used for various applications such as broadband internet access, connecting Wi-Fi hotspots, and providing mobile data services.
This document provides a comparative study of Bluetooth, 802.11, and HIPERLAN wireless standards. It begins with an introduction to wireless LAN standards and classifications of wireless LANs. It then discusses key aspects of various wireless standards, including IEEE 802.11, HIPERLAN, and Bluetooth. It compares their operating frequencies, data transmission rates, and other technical specifications. The document also includes figures illustrating wireless network architectures and standards. In conclusion, it provides a brief literature review on topics related to planning, designing, and implementing wireless local area networks.
High frequency of low noise amplifier architecture for WiMAX application: A r...IJECEIAES
The low noise amplifier (LNA) circuit is exceptionally imperative as it promotes and initializes general execution performance and quality of the mobile communication system. LNA's design in radio frequency (R.F.) circuit requires the trade-off numerous imperative features' including gain, noise figure (N.F.), bandwidth, stability, sensitivity, power consumption, and complexity. Improvements to the LNA's overall performance should be made to fulfil the worldwide interoperability for microwave access (WiMAX) specifications' prerequisites. The development of front-end receiver, particularly the LNA, is genuinely pivotal for long-distance communications up to 50 km for a particular system with particular requirements. The LNA architecture has recently been designed to concentrate on a single transistor, cascode, or cascade constrained in gain, bandwidth, and noise figure.
EMERGING BROADBAND WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES: WIFI AND WIMAXcscpconf
Now-a-days there is high demand for broadband mobile services. Traditional high-speed
broadband solutions depend on wired technologies namely digital subscriber line (DSL). Wifi
and Wimax are useful in providing any type of connectivity such as the fixed or portable or
nomadic connectivity without the requirement of LoS (Line of Sight) of the base station. Mobile
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CONTENTS
Introduction: What is DualPath™ Architecture for Outdoor Wireless? 3
Optical Wireless Based on Free-Space Optics (FSO): Technology and Products Overview 4
Unlicensed Radio Frequency (RF) in the 5 GHz Spectrum: Technology and Products Overview 5
Seamless Switching Between the Primary Optical Wireless Path and Secondary RF Path 7
Network Configuration and Monitoring 8
The Benefits of DualPath Architecture for Outdoor Wireless 9
DualPath Architecture and WiMAX: Differentiation 11
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3. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS DUALPATH ARCHITECTURE
FOR OUTDOOR WIRELESS?
DUALPATH ARCHITECTURE FOR OUTDOOR WIRELESS IS THE COMBINATION (BLENDING) OF TWO
MARKET-ADOPTED OUTDOOR WIRELESS TECHNOLOGIES TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST AVAILABLE CON-
NECTIVITY THROUGHPUT AND NETWORK UPTIME, MORE COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS “NETWORK
AVAILABILITY.” ONLY THROUGH AN INTEGRATED, COMBINED OUTDOOR WIRELESS SOLUTION CAN
SHORTCOMINGS OF CURRENT STAND-ALONE OUTDOOR WIRELESS PRODUCTS BE ADDRESSED, RESULT-
ING IN NEW AND IMPROVED ALTERNATIVES FOR ENTERPRISES AND MOBILE CARRIERS SEEKING TO
DEPLOY POINT-TO-POINT CONNECTIONS WITH TRUE FIBER-OPTIC CAPACITY AND COVETED 99.999%
NETWORK AVAILABILITY. NO STANDALONE OUTDOOR WIRELESS PRODUCT TODAY CAN PROVIDE THIS
FIBER-LIKE PERFORMANCE — LET ALONE PROVIDE IT BOTH EASILY AND ECONOMICALLY. DUALPATH
ARCHITECTURE FOR OUTDOOR WIRELESS IS A PROPRIETARY DESIGN PLATFORM PATENTED BY
LIGHTPOINTE IN THE UNITED STATES AND EUROPE (US 6,763,195 B1; AND EP 1 249 084
B1). DUALPATH ARCHITECTURE TAKES THE BEST OF EXISTING STANDALONE OUTDOOR WIRELESS
PRODUCTS AND COMBINES THEM AS AN INTEGRATED AND SUPERIOR OUTDOOR WIRELESS POINT-TO-
POINT SOLUTION WITH SEAMLESS SWITCHING AND QUALITY OF SERVICE (QOS) FEATURES.
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4. OPTICAL WIRELESS BASED ON FREE-SPACE OPTICS
(FSO)
TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCTS OVERVIEW:
Commercially available Optical Wireless products based on FSO technology have been in the
Enterprise marketplace for more than a decade. They are deployed by the world’s best-known
brands and organizations, representing all industries and geographic regions. Optical Wireless
products are license-free worldwide and operate in the unlicensed terahertz frequency, also
referred to as “near infrared” spectrum. Optical Wireless products utilize pulses of invisible light
and specially designed optical lenses to transmit voice, video or data between two points up to
distances of 5 kilometers (3.1 miles). FSO technology first emerged in the 1960s during the Cold
War as secure and tap-proof outdoor wireless communications for military use in the field.
During this era, FSO links were set up within a matter of minutes. Highly classified military
information and troop movement strategies could be sent and received without fear of intercep-
tion, due to the fact that the beams of light were confined to a narrow cone of “free space” and
immune to radio frequency jamming or interception devices. Today, Optical Wireless products
based on FSO technology are commercially installed in more than 60 countries, carrying mis-
sion-critical information, including financial, health-care and patient data, corporate communica-
tions and voice traffic. Optical Wireless products provide throughput at rates as high as 1.25
gigabits (Gbps) in Enterprise and Mobile Carrier networks. Known for true, fiber-like capacity
and ease of installation, Optical Wireless products serve a customer base that faces one or more
of the following network challenges:
• Lack of fiber-optic cable access between two or more buildings in a local area network (LAN)
• Access to fiber-optic cable but the inability to justify the costs to lease the fiber monthly from
a local fixed-line service provider
• Rights-of-way and freedom to trench private fiber-optic cable but the lack of economic
resources to complete such an intensive and time-consuming project
• Spectrum challenges from multiple, competing radio frequency outdoor wireless products that
render 802.11b outdoor bridges ineffective or technically impossible to deploy
Optical Wireless products provide a range of bandwidth. They can deliver true fiber-like
capacity of full-duplex 100 megabits (Mbps), also called “Fast Ethernet,” and 1.25 Gbps, which
is also known as “Gigabit Ethernet.” Optical Wireless products provide full-duplex capacity in a
point-to-point network topology via line-of-sight. The products are traditionally mounted atop
buildings or other stable structures. When deployed in dry climates and at distances of 5 km or
below, Optical Wireless products can provide customers with network availability from 99% to
as high as 99.9%. A network availability performance of 99% means that during a full 1% of
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5. the time over the course of a year, the network connection will be lost. In the case of Optical
Wireless products, such network outages are most often due to dense fog, sand storms or thick
smog from airborne pollution. These three environmental conditions — the most challenging of
which is fog for FSO-based products — restrict the performance of Optical Wireless products
and their effective performance range. In clear and dry climates, Optical Wireless products are
capable of their highest network availability. The majority of the world’s regions, however, expe-
rience some forms of morning and late afternoon fog, and varying degrees of air pollution. For
many Enterprises, 1% percent of network downtime poses harsh economic penalties and is
unacceptable for IT professionals who operate the network and are accountable for its day-to-
day operations. Other Enterprises may not even find that 99.9% of network uptime meets strin-
gent business requirements. For the critical network requirement of uptime, Optical Wireless
may not always present the most attractive solution, although in many instances, they are the
most cost-effective and highest bandwidth delivery option. In a perfect scenario, Enterprises are
able to deploy their own fiber-optic cable between LANs, and price or rights-of-way pose no
restrictions. But this is rarely the scenario for Enterprises.
UNLICENSED RADIO FREQUENCY IN THE 5 GHZ
SPECTRUM
TECHNOLOGY AND PRODUCTS OVERVIEW
As with Optical Wireless solutions, radio frequency (RF) technology has also proven itself as a
cost-effective alternative to standard leased lines for building-to-building connections. Yet, while
Optical Wireless products provide high bandwidth at the sacrifice of availability (especially in
fog or severe weather conditions), RF point-to-point solutions provide lower bandwidth with
higher availability (99.999%).
Since its first use in World War II military applications over 50 years ago, wireless local area
networking (wireless LAN) has evolved into a mainstream technology used for a variety of in-
building and outdoor implementations. This, however, was not always the case. Initial wireless
LAN implementations were proprietary — operating at only 1 Mbps to 2 Mbps, primarily in the
902-928 MHz Industrial, Scientific, Medical (ISM) frequency bands. This 900 MHz band, as it is
more commonly referred to, was one of three unlicensed bands allocated by the FCC in 1980 for
license-free spread spectrum devices — the other two were at 2.4-2.483 GHz and 5.725-5.85 GHz.
In June 1997, the first wireless LAN standard was ratified by the Institute of Electrical and
Electronic Engineers (IEEE) thereby paving the way for wireless LAN’s widespread adoption and
usage. IEEE 802.11 set the guidelines for wireless LANs to operate at the 2.4 GHz frequency
with data rates of 1 Mbps to 2 Mbps. In September 1999, due to increased pressure to ensure
wireless LAN data rates remained on par with wired Ethernet speeds, IEEE 802.11b and IEEE
802.11a standards were defined in the 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz frequency bands, respectively. IEEE
802.11b defined the rules for an 11 Mbps wireless LAN solution. IEEE 802.11a, on the other
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6. hand, provided a broader frequency band capable of supporting data rates of 54 Mbps and
potentially higher. Wireless LANs were suddenly a viable networking option with data rates
meeting or exceeding traditional Enterprise network speeds of 11 Mbps up to 54 Mbps. And the
WiFi world as we know it today was born.
Historically, wireless LANs were focused on in-building applications such as retail, ware-
housing and portable computing where an 11 Mbps network pipe is adequate. An outdoor RF
link, however, requires a much larger pipe for handling the traffic of multiple remote LANs.
Because the majority of outdoor RF links are simply outdoor implementations of WiFi — using
specialized bridges, routers and antennas to reach distances of 10 miles or beyond in some cases
— even a 54 Mbps data rate may not be enough to handle the traffic load of two or more net-
works. The need for a higher speed backhaul-type link becomes apparent.
When discussing wireless LAN speeds, it is important to understand that data rates do not
equate to actual network throughput. The data rate for the IEEE 802.11a standard, for example,
is 54 Mbps. Actual throughput, however, is closer to 20 Mbps to 30 Mbps. Why the difference?
There could be several reasons for this discrepancy, but the primary cause is due to the wireless
LAN protocol and its associated overhead. As with Ethernet, wireless LANs are based on a
Carrier Sense Multiple Access network protocol. But unlike Ethernet which implements a
Collision Detection scheme (where data is retransmitted if a collision is detected), wireless LANs
implement a Collision Avoidance scheme (where data is only sent when the air is free). This
CSMA/CA protocol, as defined, does not allow for simultaneous, two-way traffic. Thus, while
Optical Wireless solutions are “full-duplex,” RF solutions are, by their very nature, “half-duplex.”
Thus, an 11 Mbps IEEE 802.11b network will, on average, have an effective throughput of only 4
Mbps to 6 Mbps, while a 54 Mbps IEEE 802.11a network has a resulting throughput of 20 Mbps
to 30 Mbps.
To meet the higher bandwidth requirement for outdoor RF links, the latest outdoor wireless
solutions have focused on modified versions of the IEEE 802.11a standard to reach even greater
network speeds. Most have implemented a modified OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division
Multiplex) encoding and modulation scheme to achieve greater data rates (up to 72 Mbps) and
increase network efficiency. OFDM uses multiple overlapping carrier signals instead of just one
signal. By using multiple signals just far apart to avoid interference, data is no longer compro-
mised by radio anomalies, whereas in a single signal mode a problem can result in a lost link.
This is similar to a multi-lane highway where traffic continues to move, despite one lane being
blocked. A problem on a single lane road, by contrast, can halt traffic for hours.
Even with OFDM implementations, however, outdoor wireless links, even with data rates of
72 Mbps (or 30 Mbps to 40 Mbps throughput half-duplex), pale in comparison to Optical
Wireless from a capacity perspective. Optical Wireless products and their 100 Mbps full-duplex
data rates and higher are more than capable of handling the network load required of a build-
ing-to-building link. But, weather conditions including fog, do not impact RF signals to the
extent that they may completely halt the Optical Wireless solution.
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7. A blended outdoor wireless solution of both Optical Wireless and RF is ideal in bandwidth-
intensive, mission-critical applications such as Voice-over-IP, medical imaging, CAD/graphic
design and video.
SEAMLESS SWITCHING BETWEEN THE PRIMARY
OPTICAL WIRELESS PATH AND SECONDARY RF PATH
To provide Fast Ethernet full-duplex primary connectivity and 72 Mbps half-duplex secondary
connectivity, a layer 2 network switch with proprietary customization and software is required.
A very small percentage of Enterprise customers who deploy Optical Wireless products for a pri-
mary network path have installed layer 2 switches that can route network traffic to a secondary
path, which may rely on E1/T1 fixed 1.54 Mbps lines or unlicensed RF in the 2.4 GHz spectrum.
But these in-the-field “solutions” are not seamless and capable of switching traffic from primary
to secondary path without a disruption in services. The common technical term of the pause or
multiple changes between primary and secondary path is known as “flapping.” With the band-
width-intensive applications employed in today’s Enterprises, disruptions in mission critical net-
work services can mean the loss of customer voice calls or even crucial financial information
being sent and received over wireless connections. Enterprises deploy multiple paths of wired
infrastructure to prevent against loss of connectivity and mission critical services. They now
have the option of doing the same with integrated switching that is at the heart of DualPath
Architecture for outdoor wireless.
Proprietary seamless switching between a primary Optical Wireless Path and secondary RF
Path ensures no disruptions in service, including dropped voice calls, unwanted jitter or latency,
or lost data. True, seamless switching is accomplished through proprietary design of hardware
and software in the Optical Wireless link heads, so the layer 2 switch can determine — based on
a customer’s threshold for severe fog or airborne particulate matter — when it is appropriate to
“failover” to the RF path. The process occurs before the Optical Path ever fails during a harsh
environmental event, enabling 99.999% network availability. The layer 2 switch at the heart of
DualPath Architecture is programmed to remain on “active ready” at all times (24/7) and pro-
vides for this proprietary functionality.
An example of this benefit of DualPath Architecture can best be illustrated by the following:
In a 99% uptime Optical Wireless Enterprise network deployment with a Fast Ethernet solution,
a customer enjoys 100 Mbps of full-duplex connectivity for all but 1% of the time over the
course of a year. During an annual period (365 days or 8,760 hours), that 1% equates to 87
hours of downtime, or an average of approximately 14 minutes per day of downtime. Simply by
deploying an outdoor wireless product based on DualPath Architecture, an Enterprise customer
eliminates all downtime (including loss of data, mission-critical voice calls) and operates a net-
work that provides full-duplex Fast Ethernet connectivity for 99% of the time and 72 Mbps half-
duplex RF the remaining 1% of the time — or just on average 14 minutes per 24-hour period.
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8. The failover from primary Optical Path to RF Secondary Path is seamless, and the variance in
bandwidth is minimal, given the limited amount of time the RF is acting as the primary path
while an Optical Wireless path is broken by extenuating weather circumstances.
NETWORK CONFIGURATION AND MONITORING
DualPath Architecture for outdoor wireless products enables easy network configuration and
monitoring from any Internet connection via a Web-based tool. The Web-based tool provides IT
professionals with a real-time window into the performance of the primary Optical path and the
secondary RF path. The following block diagram illustrates the Web-based graphical user inter-
face (GUI) utilized for DualPath Architecture outdoor wireless products.
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Fig. 1:
Graphical User Interface (GUI) for DualPath Architecture outdoor
wireless product. The GUI is a Web-based tool for configuration
and management of the primary Optical path, the secondary RF
path, and the seamless layer 2 switch. Source: LightPointe
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9. THE BENEFITS OF DUALPATH ARCHITECTURE FOR
OUTDOOR WIRELESS
Today’s Enterprises demand true high-bandwidth network connectivity and uptime to be effi-
cient and competitive. This connectivity is needed for inter-building linkage of Enterprise LANs
that operate at Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet speeds to support bandwidth-intensive appli-
cations such as combined voice and data solutions, healthcare digital imaging, and video. Today,
17 percent of all Enterprise LANs operate at Gigabit Ethernet speed inside buildings.
But legacy E1/T1 wired infrastructure is the primary connectivity option available outside
between buildings or to reach fiber-optic network backbones. When operating 100 Mbps LANs
or Gigabit Ethernet LANs, 1.54 Mbps lines are insufficient, creating significant bottlenecks and
recurring costs, due to long-term leases with local service providers that provide access to E1/T1
connectivity.
OUTDOOR WIRELESS ALTERNATIVES TO BYPASS E1/T1 BOTTLENECKS
• Optical Wireless solutions (based on free-space optics — FSO — technology), which provide
fiber-like bandwidth but cannot ensure 99.999% uptime.
• Unlicensed radio frequency (RF) solutions, which cannot provide the full line speed of Fast
Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet but deliver 99.999% uptime.
• Licensed RF solutions, which can provide the bandwidth of many FSO-based systems, but at
double or triple the costs, in addition to requirements for regulatory approval.
• Each of the three outdoor wireless connectivity solutions by themselves have shortcoming and
create challenges for Enterprises in search of cost-effective, true fiber-like outdoor wireless
bandwidth and 99.999% uptime.
• The only current option for 99.999% uptime with fiber-like bandwidth for Enterprises is
redundant paths of fiber-optic cable between buildings or connecting back to fiber-optic back-
bones. But the enormous upfront costs to trench privately owned fiber or recurring leases
with service providers to lease fiber creates an insurmountable hurdle for all but the most
financially flush Enterprises.
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10. NEW OUTDOOR WIRELESS CHOICE
• Enterprises need a new outdoor wireless connectivity choice that enables their organizations
to realize LAN investments made to operate networks designed for bandwidth-intensive, mis-
sion critical application such as VoIP, healthcare digital imaging and video.
• LightPointe has created a new outdoor wireless Enterprise alternative in the FlightStrata™ 100
XA, which provides full-duplex Fast Ethernet connectivity and 99.999% uptime for the
Enterprise at distances up to 5 kilometers and at an attractive price point.
• LightPointe, the leader in Optical Wireless solutions based on FSO technology, has deployed
more than 2,700 Optical Wireless products in 60 countries in all weather conditions. Optical
Wireless solutions can achieve 99% and 99.9% uptime at distances up to 5 kilometers in cli-
mates with excellent visibility.
• In some environmental conditions, such as dense fog, Optical Wireless systems alone may not be
capable of delivering the 99.999% uptime desired by some installations. Enterprises that require
the highest of network availability and fiber-like bandwidth face less-than-attractive alternatives
among current wireless offerings. However, when Optical Wireless and unlicensed RF solutions
are combined as an integrated solution powered by intelligent switching and network manage-
ment, they deliver a high-performance balance of throughput and network availability.
• The FlightStrata 100 XA is optimal for Enterprises whose networks require fiber-like band-
width and 99.999% network uptime.
DUALPATH ARCHITECTURE FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• 100 Mbps, full-duplex primary path of license-free Fast Ethernet connectivity at distances up
to 5 km
• Half-duplex secondary path of license-free RF connectivity (half-duplex 72 Mbps) at distances
beyond 5 km
• Proprietary auto-switching functionality that enables transparent failover between optical and
radio path should the optical path be disrupted or blocked by harsh environmental conditions,
including dense fog, airborne particulates or snow
• Web-based network management GUI that provides network professionals simple system config-
uration as well as 24/7 monitoring capability for all critical elements of the integrated solution.
• IP Protocol
• Power over Ethernet (PoE) for RF
• RJ-45 Interface for both the optical and radio path
• Secure — the optical path uses beams of invisible light, while the RF path has built-in encryp-
tion capability for WEP and AES
• Outdoor, point-to-point solution
• License-free
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DUALPATH AND WIMAX: DIFFERENTIATION
WiMAX has received much attention and commentary in the past three years. This potential net-
work phenomenon — as yet to be proven in the marketplace — is appealing: Internet access of
50+ Mbps via mobile wireless connectivity. Some pundits have dubbed WiMAX as “WiFi on
steroids.” Market reality, however, is that the primary chipset maker of WiMAX technology only
announced commercial availability in April 2005. The adoption of WiFi technology required
nearly a decade of intensive lobbying, organizing, and industry maneuvering to make it a reality,
priced appropriately for the marketplace.
The most important differentiation between DualPath Architecture and WiMAX is network
topology. DualPath Architecture is based on a point-to-point high throughput topology. WiMAX —
as promoted — is a point-to-multipoint network topology.
The second important differentiation between DualPath Architecture and WiMAX is technol-
ogy. DualPath Architecture relies on Optical technology for its primary transmission. This
enables full-duplex Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet throughput. WiMAX relies on RF technol-
ogy, and throughput rates are dependent on the number of users accessing the network, net-
work applications overhead, and the distance between base stations and access points.
The third important differentiation between DualPath Architecture and WiMAX is target
market. DualPath Architecture is aimed at the short-haul, high-capacity market, primarily the
Enterprise, with an eye on future products that will serve the Mobile Carrier market for its back-
haul requirements to handle a growing subscriber base and the deployment of 3G networks.
WiMAX, as promoted, is aimed at the service provider market seeking to provide end-customer
access to the Internet at distances beyond what DualPath Architecture offers.
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12. SUMMARY
DualPath Architecture for outdoor wireless products is a patented design that brings to market a
fully integrated outdoor wireless solution for Enterprises. LightPointe’s DualPath Architecture
product, FlightStrata 100 XA, blends Optical Wireless and unlicensed radio frequency products
with an intelligent seamless switch to provide Fast Ethernet throughput and 99.999% uptime in
all weather conditions at distances up to 5 kilometers.
No other outdoor wireless market solution can offer the combination of network availability,
throughput or distance to serve Enterprise customers.
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