Prepare with the only official study guide for the CWNA-106
The CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide: Exam CWNA-106 is the officially endorsed CWNA testprep for the leading wireless certification. Expert authors and CWNEs David D. Coleman and David A. Westcott guide readers throughthe skills and concepts candidates need to know for the exam, usinghands-on methods to convey an in-depth understanding of wirelessnetwork administration. Readers should have a basic knowledge of Radio Frequency behavior, experience with WLAN hardware peripheralsand protocols, and an interest in designing, installing, andmanaging wireless networks.
Wireless technology is taking over the tech industry, and thedemand for competent, certified professionals is far outpacing thesupply. A CWNA certification denotes advanced-level proficiency inthe field, with a complete understanding of wireless LANcomponents, features, and function–but the only way to passthe exam is to truly understand the material, not just the talkingpoints. The CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide thoroughly covers each exam objective, andincludes review questions, assessment tests, and exercises to testyour skills. Topics include:
* Radio Frequency technologies, regulations, and standards
* 802.11 protocols
* Network implementation and security
* 802.11 RF site surveying
Readers also get access to a suite of study tools including anelectronic test engine with hundreds or practice test questions, electronic flashcards, exercise peripherals, and industry White Papers, which serve as valuable backup references. In preparing forthe CWNA-106 exam, the ideal study guide should cover all of theexam topics in depth–CWNA: Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide does just that, making it anexcellent, comprehensive study guide.
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Foreword xxvii
Introduction xxix
Assessment Test lix
Chapter 1 Overview of Wireless Standards, Organizations, and Fundamentals 1
Chapter 2 Radio Frequency Fundamentals 31
Chapter 3 Radio Frequency Components, Measurements, and Mathematics 63
Chapter 4 Radio Frequency Signal and Antenna Concepts 107
Chapter 5 IEEE 802.11 Standards 161
Chapter 6 Wireless Networks and Spread Spectrum Technologies 199
Chapter 7 Wireless LAN Topologies 237
Chapter 8 802.11 Medium Access 263
Chapter 9 802.11 MAC Architecture 283
Chapter 10 WLAN Architecture 325
Chapter 11 WLAN Deployment and Vertical Markets 371
Chapter 12 WLAN Troubleshooting and Design 399
Chapter 13 802.11 Network Security Architecture 459
Chapter 14 Wireless Attacks, Intrusion Monitoring, and Policy 499
Chapter 15 Radio Frequency Site Survey Fundamentals 533
Chapter 16 Site Survey Systems and Devices 561
Chapter 17 Power over Ethernet (Po E) 595
Chapter 18 802.11n 621
Chapter 19 Very High Throughput (VHT) and 802.11ac 659
Chapter 20 Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) 697
Appendix A Answers to Review Questions 735
Appendix B Abbreviations and Acronyms 783
Appendix C About the Additional Study Tools 797
Index 801
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
David D. Coleman, CWNE #4, is the Global Training Manager for Aerohive Networks. He instructs IT professionals from around the world in the administration, security, design, and troubleshooting of WLANs.
David A. Westcott, CWNE #7, has been a certified trainer for more than 20 years, providing vendor and custom wireless training around the world to government agencies, corporations, and universities.
Both have authored half a dozen books for wireless-system designers and technicians.