In collaborative work environments Wi-Fi is an important component of an organizations’ network structure. Whether employees are checking e-mail messages on their cell phones or meeting in the conference room, laptop in hand to take notes, having a strong Wi-Fi signal is crucial to productivity. Additionally, visitors now expect to be able to log into the Wi-Fi as a guest to do business with whomever they are visiting.
The installation of Wi-Fi can be a difficult task in some buildings. A building designed with cinder blocks and wire mesh inside of them makes the structure virtually fireproof but also makes Wi-Fi installation a real challenge. Speed and security are crucial and has become more and more important the faster our devices are able to perform and the more people who have access to the network. Our hunger for bandwidth has become voracious.
Hard wiring (cable connected) is still the best choice whenever possible, as it creates a connection with better speed with more stability and more security. But when you need a strong Wi-Fi signal throughout your office, there are several options for improving connectivity. Choices might be adding Wi-Fi extenders, creating a mesh network or even implementing band steering. Your IT professional will be able to help you evaluate which method will be the most effective and will fit your budget.
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