About the Author

Robert J. Bartz is a technical trainer and computer networking consultant. He is a graduate of California State University Long Beach, School of Engineering, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Technology. Prior to becoming a computer networking engineer and technical instructor, Robert was employed as an aerospace test engineer working with radar systems and satellite communications. He has attained many technical certifications over the years, including Master Certified Novell Engineer (MCNE), Master Certified Novell Instructor (MCNI), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), CWNP Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA), Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP), and Certified Wireless Network Trainer (CWNT), to name a few. He has over 20 years' experience with computer networking technology and has been involved with the CWNP program since its inception.

Robert attended the first ever CWNA class in 2001 and has taught vendor-neutral IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN technology to thousands of people from various industries and markets across the United States and abroad. Robert is the founder of Eight-O-Two Technology Solutions, LLC, a computer networking technical training and consulting services company providing technical education and services to various organizations local to Colorado and around the country. He spends his spare time learning new technology, having fun outside, and enjoying the beauty of his surroundings at his home in Colorado. Robert is working to one day semi-retire and be the proprietor of a neighborhood eating and drinking establishment in a warm sunny beach community. He can be contacted by e-mail at [email protected].