This article explains the distinct definitions, technical standards, security methods, coverage ranges, transmission speeds, and typical use cases of WLAN and Wi‑Fi, clarifying how Wi‑Fi is a specific standard within the broader WLAN ecosystem.
This article explains how the IEEE 802.1X framework works with Supplicant, Authenticator, and Authentication server components, compares popular Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) methods, discusses their security strengths and weaknesses, and offers guidance on selecting appropriate EAP types for enterprise WLANs.
This article introduces the evolution of WLAN, explains why 802.11 became the dominant standard, and breaks down seven core concepts—SSID, BSS, DS, ESS, wireless roaming, RF transceiver, and RSSI—followed by typical wireless network architectures ranging from home setups to large‑scale mesh deployments.
This article explains the concepts of direct and tunnel forwarding in WLAN networks, compares their advantages and disadvantages, and provides detailed step‑by‑step configuration instructions for converting APs from direct‑forward mode to tunnel‑forward mode in both AC‑side and AC‑direct deployment scenarios.
This guide details step‑by‑step how to set up a Huawei AR router as a fat access point with two separate SSIDs (employee and guest) by planning VLANs, configuring DHCP, and creating WLAN service sets with WPA2‑PSK security.
This article presents a comprehensive guide to wireless network optimization, covering signal strength standards, channel and power planning, VLAN isolation, low‑rate disabling, user rate limiting, probe response control, weak‑signal client blocking, encryption choices, and common troubleshooting scenarios.
