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In the early 1930s, a mathematician developed a formula that could be used to make accurate weather forecasts, something that was unheard of at that time. However, because there were no computers or calculators at that time, it took almost three months of hand calculations to come up with the next day’s forecast. This obviously was far from useful, and many individuals scoffed at such a preposterous solution to weather forecasting. However, with the introduction of computers by the late 1940s, the amount of time needed for the calculations was dramatically decreased. Suddenly, this model became very popular, and today it forms the basis for all weather forecasting.
The point here is that it sometimes requires vision to see how an idea or technology could be used. This vision also applies to new technologies like wireless communications. Some users question why we should consider wireless technology when the existing wired system seems to work just fine.
In this chapter, you will learn what it takes to convert the potential of wireless technology into a successful business reality. We’ll look at the steps needed to incorporate wireless technology into a business, and at the advantages and challenges that face business users who consider adopting this new technology.
Advantages of Wireless Technology
The advantages of incorporating wireless technology into a business are far-reaching and can positively impact an organization in many ways. In addition to the advantages already discussed in this book—mobility of data access, easier network installation, increased reliability, and better disaster recovery—wireless technology provides business-specific advantages, including universal access to corporate data, increased productivity, ability for customers to access their own data, data availability around the clock, and improved information technology (IT) support.
NOTE
In a survey prepared by the Wireless LAN
In the early 1930s, a mathematician developed a formula that could be used to make accurate weather forecasts, something that was unheard of at that time. However, because there were no computers or calculators at that time, it took almost three months of hand calculations to come up with the next day’s forecast. This obviously was far from useful, and many individuals scoffed at such a preposterous solution to weather forecasting. However, with the introduction of computers by the late 1940s, the amount of time needed for the calculations was dramatically decreased. Suddenly, this model became very popular, and today it forms the basis for all weather forecasting.
The point here is that it sometimes requires vision to see how an idea or technology could be used. This vision also applies to new technologies like wireless communications. Some users question why we should consider wireless technology when the existing wired system seems to work just fine.
In this chapter, you will learn what it takes to convert the potential of wireless technology into a successful business reality. We’ll look at the steps needed to incorporate wireless technology into a business, and at the advantages and challenges that face business users who consider adopting this new technology.
Advantages of Wireless Technology
The advantages of incorporating wireless technology into a business are far-reaching and can positively impact an organization in many ways. In addition to the advantages already discussed in this book—mobility of data access, easier network installation, increased reliability, and better disaster recovery—wireless technology provides business-specific advantages, including universal access to corporate data, increased productivity, ability for customers to access their own data, data availability around the clock, and improved information technology (IT) support.
NOTE
In a survey prepared by the Wireless LAN