Great work this week! I like that you organized each standard and stated its speeds and distances. Depending on the needs of the users, a standard can vary is usefulness.
Because 802.11 was the first WLAN standard, it only supported a maximum bandwidth of 2 Mbps. 2 Mbps is extremely slow for most applications and for this reason is no longer manufactured (Mitchell, 2017).
802.11a was actually created about the same time as 802.11b. While 802.11a does provide faster maximum speed, it is also more expensive and has a shorter-range signal that can be more easily obstructed (Mitchell, 2017).
As for 802.11b, this would be great use for someone who is looking for lowest cost and a good signal range that is not easily obstructed. However, with 802.11b, appliances – such as microwaves – can interfere with the frequency band (Mitchell, 2017). …show more content…
Lastly, 802.11n provides the fastest maximum speed along with the best signal range, but consequently, it does cost a lot more than 802.11g (Mitchell, 2017).
It’s important to consider the pros and cons of all 802.11 standards before choosing the most sufficient for user