Alternative Access Methods in a Wireless Environment
Overview/Description
To discuss the history, development and functionality of fixed wireless-access, satellite, and trunked-radio technologies
Target Audience
Technical professionals; IT and business managers who need to learn about current and future mobile wireless technologies; students studying or researching wireless communications and cell-phone technologies
Prerequisites
An understanding of computers and the basic concepts of data communications
Expected Duration
110 Minutes
Objectives:
Alternative Access Methods in a Wireless Environment
explain what is meant by wireless in the local loop (WLL), outline the advantages and disadvantages of WLL systems, and identify some of the important WLL technologies used.
describe the radio spectrum and explain the differing degrees of mobility available in the local loop.
define and discuss broadband wireless access, including MMDS, LMDS, Hiperaccess and CABSINET.
explain the major issues and advances occurring in the WLL environment.
discuss the satellite communications industry– its successes, failures, and future prospects.
describe the components, users, functionality, and standards of private mobile radio.
provide an overview of trunked radio systems and trunking technologies.
provide an overview of cordless technology.
Course Number: 21956_eng