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Summary
Summary
"Wi-Fi Hotspots"Setting Up Public Wireless Internet Access Installing and operating a Wi-Fi hotspot allows you to attract customers and differentiate your business. Deploying even a small wireless network has proven to be a difficult task for the average consumer, however. With this book as your guide, you can painlessly figure out the requirements for your Wi-Fi hotspot, how to properly set it up, how to operate it, and how to optimize it for the needs and security of your customers. "Wi-Fi Hotspots" helps you throughout the entire process of setting up a hotspot to offer free or fee-based Internet access to the general public: Understand the benefits to your business of hosting a hotspot Decide what type of hotspot you should implement Examine what equipment is best suited for your hotspot Follow step-by-step procedures for setting up your hotspot Get the word out about your hotspot availability Ensure your hotspot is not used improperly Evaluate Wi-Fi security concerns Fix common problems hotspot users face Increase the coverage area of your Wi-Fi hotspot Whether you are a small business owner looking to attract customers and distinguish your business or you are an IT professional at a larger organization looking to establish hotspot connectivity, this book provides you with everything you need to know in order to provide public wireless Internet access. Eric Geier is a computing and wireless networking author and consultant. For several years, he's be employed with Wireless-Nets, Ltd., a consulting firm focusing on the implementation of wireless mobile solutions and training.Eric is a Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA). He is an author and contributor of several books and eLearning (CBT) courses. He is a regular contributor at Wi-FiPlanet.com. For more information about Eric Geier, visit his website at http: //www.egeier.com Companion CD-ROMThe companion CD-ROM contains two software utilities, ZoneCD and NetStumbler, to help you implement and manage your Wi-Fi hotspot. This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from Cisco Press(R), which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers. Category: Wireless NetworkingCovers: Wi-Fi Hotspots
Author Notes
Eric Geier
is a computing and wireless networking author and consultant. For several years, he has been employed with Wireless-Nets, Ltd., a consulting firm focusing on the implementation of wireless mobile solutions and training. Eric is a certified wireless network administrator (CWNA). He is an author of and contributor to several books and eLearning (CBT) courses. He is a regular contributor at Wi-FiPlanet.com.
For more information about Eric, visit his website at http://www.egeier.com.
Table of Contents
The Basics |
Chapter 1 The Basics of Wi-Fi Hotspots |
Bridging the GapWi-Fi Hot Zones |
How Users Find Hotspots |
How Wi-Fi Works |
Chapter Review |
Chapter 2 The Business Side of Hosting a Hotspot |
Benefits of Hosting a Wi-Fi Hotspot |
Attract People to Your Location |
Generate Additional Revenue |
Ability to Create a Private Network |
Figuring the Costs |
Chapter Review |
Chapter 3 First Steps to Setting Up a Wi-Fi Hotspot |
Step 1 Choose a Hotspot Solution |
Solution 1 Simple Free Access Hotspot |
Solution 2 Advanced Free Access Hotspot Using ZoneCD |
Solution 3 Boingo's Hotspot Network to Provide Paid Access |
Solution 4 Free or Paid Access and Private Network Using a Hotspot Gateway |
Hotspot Features |
Additional Solutions |
Step 2 Set Up an Internet Connection |
Choosing the Right Internet Connect Type |
Usage/Legal Terms of Provider |
Getting the Internet Connection |
Chapter Review |
Part II Setting Up the Hotspot |
Chapter 4 Solution 1: Simple Free Access Hotspot |
Step 1 Gather the Necessary Items |
Step 2 Set Up the Wireless Router |
Step 3 Configure Additional Settings |
Accessing the Web-Based Configuration Utility |
DHCP User LimitAP Isolation |
VPN Passthrough |
Access Restrictions |
Blocked Services |
Remote Router Access |
Web-Based Configuration Utility Access Server |
Backup Configuration |
Chapter Review |
Chapter 5 Solution 2: Advanced Free Access Hotspot Using ZoneCD |
Step 1 Choose the Mode and Service |
Open Mode |
Closed Mode |
Services Overview |
Step 2 Gather the Necessary Items |
What's Required |
Set Up Your Zones (for the Free Service) |
Set Up Your Zones (for the Premium Services) |
Step 3 Set Up and Configure the Access Points and Routers |
Private Wired or Wireless Router |
Public Access Point or Wireless Router |
Step 4 Perform a Physical Installation |
Step 5 Perform Zone |
CD Initial Setup |
The Boot Process |
Open Mode Configuration |
Closed Mode (Free Server) Configuration |
Closed Mode (Premium Server) Configuration |
Check for Proper Operation |
What's Next |
Using the Online Administration Tools |
Getting Help |
Chapter Review |
Chapter 6 Solution 3: Join Boingo's Hotspot Network to Provide Paid Access |
Understanding the Solution |
Setting Up the Solution |
Step 1 Gather the Necessary Items |
Step 2 Set Up the Equipment |
Step 3 Join Boingo's Hotspot Network |
Step 4 Perform the Physical Installation |
Getting Help |
Chapter Review |
Chapter 7 Solution 4: Free or Paid Access and Private Network Using Hotspot Gateway |
Understanding the Solution |
Setting Up the Solution |
Step 1 Choose the Particular Solution |
Step 4 Configure Additional Settings |
Step 5 Perform the Physical Installation |
Getting Help |
Chapter Review |
Part III After Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Is Alive |
Chapter 8 Getting the Word Out |
Signage |
Advertisements |
Online Hotspot Directories |
Chapter Review |
Chapter 9 Fending Off Freeloaders |
Physically Hand Out Login Information |
Apply Usage Limits |
Open/Closed Times |
Bandwidth Limits |
Spell Out Usage Terms |
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