网络与通信(chap5-Wireless_LAN-IEEE_802.11).pptVIP

Wireless Communication and Network Chapter 5 Wireless LAN – IEEE 802.11 主要内容 WLAN Basics of IEEE 802.11 MAC layer CSMA/CA Security WEP protocol WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) 指以无线信道作为传输介质的计算机局域网 无线通信和无线网络的区别: 无线通信只要求两台计算机之间能传输数据 无线网络要求以无线方式相连的计算机能共享资源，具有有线网络系统所支持的各种功能。 WLAN的需求 吞吐量 节点数量 与主干LAN连接 服务区域 电池能量消耗 鲁棒性和安全性 配置网络操作 非许可操作 切换/漫游 动态配置 Wireless LAN operate in a local area less than 100 m provide access to wired LANs and the Internet provide high data rates currently, up to 54 Mbps Characteristics of wireless LANs Advantages very flexible within the reception area Ad-hoc networks without previous planning possible (almost) no wiring difficulties (e.g. historic buildings, firewalls) more robust against disasters like, e.g., earthquakes, fire - or users pulling a plug... Disadvantages typically very low bandwidth compared to wired networks (1-10 Mbit/s) many proprietary solutions, especially for higher bit-rates, standards take their time (e.g. IEEE 802.11) products have to follow many national restrictions if working wireless, it takes a vary long time to establish global solutions like, e.g., IMT-2000 Design goals for wireless LANs global, seamless operation low power for battery use no special permissions or licenses needed to use the LAN robust transmission technology simplified spontaneous cooperation at meetings easy to use for everyone, simple management protection of investment in wired networks security (no one should be able to read my data), privacy (no one should be able to collect user profiles), safety (low radiation) transparency concerning applications and higher layer protocols, but also location awareness if necessary Comparison: infrared vs. radio transmission Infrared uses IR diodes, diffuse light, multiple reflections (walls, furniture etc.) Advantages simple, cheap, available in many mobile devices no licenses needed simple shielding possible Disadvantages interference by sunlight, heat sources etc. many things shield or a