Study: Impact of Propagation Behaviors
Absorption, reflection, scattering, refraction, and diffraction can all have an impact on RF signal strength. Using the Internet, identify at least three objects or types of materials in each of the five categories that can impact RF signals. Next, research how much the impact is in terms of loss (either dBm or mW).
Case Study: Attenuation
Attenuation is not limited to wireless LANs, but can also affect wired LANs as well. Research the types of attenuation that can impact wired networks. How can attenuation be measured on a wired network compared to a wireless network? Which is more difficult to uncover? Why? Write a one-page paper on your findings.
Writing Requirements
APA format, 3–4 pages in length (excluding cover page, abstract, and reference list)
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Research on the Effects of Propagation Behaviors
RF signal strength can be affected by absorption, reflection, scattering, refraction, and diffraction. Find at least three objects or types of materials in each of the five categories that potentially affect RF waves using the Internet. Next, figure out how much of an impact there is in terms of loss (either dBm or mW).
Attenuation as a Case Study
Attenuation isn’t just a problem for wireless LANs; it can also damage wired LANs. Research the types of attenuation that can impact wired networks. How can attenuation be measured on a wired network compared to a wireless network? Which is more difficult to uncover? Why? Write a one-page paper on your findings.
Writing Requirements
APA format, 3–4 pages in length (excluding cover page
