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IV. Appendix
by Eric Geier
Wi-Fi Hotspots
Copyright
Dedication
About the Author
Companion Website
About the Technical Reviewers
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Goal and Method
Who Should Read This Book?
How This Book Is Organized
I. The Basics
1. The Basics of Wi-Fi Hotspots
Bridging the Gap
Wi-Fi Hot Zones
How Users Find Hotspots
How Wi-Fi Works
Chapter Review
2. The Business Side of Hosting a Hotspot
Benefits of Hosting a Wi-Fi Hotspot
Attract People to Your Location
Generate Additional Revenue
Increased Sales of Products or Services
Hotspot Network Commissions
Fees from an Independent Fee-Based Hotspot
Advertising Revenue
Ability to Create a Private Network
Figuring the Costs
Chapter Review
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
“Always-On” Internet Connections
DSL Internet Connections
Fixed Wireless Broadband
Cable Internet Connections
T1 Internet Connections
Satellite
Questions to Ask ISPs
Usage/Legal Terms of Provider
Getting the Internet Connection
Where to Install the Connection
Chapter Review
II. Setting Up the Hotspot
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 Limit
AP Isolation
VPN Passthrough
Access Restrictions
Blocked Services
Remote Router Access
Web-Based Configuration Utility Access Server
Backup Configuration
Chapter Review
5. Solution 2: Advanced Free Access Hotspot Using ZoneCD
Step 1: Choose the Mode and Service
Open Mode
Closed Mode
Services Overview
Splash Screen
Content Filtering
User Classes
Bandwidth Throttling
Time and Transfer Limits
Open/Close Hours
Walled Garden
Firewall
Reports
Ticket System
Network Availability Hours
Spot Check
Hotspot Directory
Network Printer
Configuration Queue
Templates
Customize E-Mails
Step 2: Gather the Necessary Items
What’s Required
Private Wired or Wireless Router
Public Access Point or Wireless Router
Computer
The ZoneCD Disc
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 ZoneCD 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
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
Placing the Wireless Router
Check for Proper Operation
Getting Help
Chapter Review
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
Free Access Options
Paid Access Options
Step 2: Gather the Necessary Items
Hotspot Gateway
Ticket Printer
RADIUS Server
Step 3: Set Up the Equipment
Hotspot Gateway Setup
Ticket Printer Setup
RADIUS Server Setup
Step 4: Configure Additional Settings
Step 5: Perform the Physical Installation
Placing the Gateway
Check for Proper Operation
Getting Help
Chapter Review
III. After Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Is Alive
8. Getting the Word Out
Signage
Advertisements
Online Hotspot Directories
Chapter Review
9. Fending Off Freeloaders
Physically Hand Out Login Information
Apply Usage Limits
Open/Closed Times
Bandwidth Limits
Spell Out Usage Terms
Monitor Your Hotspot
Chapter Review
10. Wi-Fi Safety and Security
Understanding Everyone’s Responsibilities
Hotspot Administrator/Owner Responsibilities
Inform Users of the Risks
Give Users Safety and Security Tips
Enable VPN Passthrough
Isolate Clients
Filter Hotspot Content
Secure User Information
User Responsibilities
Beware of the Risks
Follow the Safety and Security Tips
Use VPN Connections
Use Secure (SSL) Websites
Disable File Sharing
Use a Personal Firewall
Keep an Eye on Valuables
Chapter Review
11. Common Problems and Fixes
Unable to See/Connect to the Wi-Fi Hotspot
What the User Should Do
What You Should Do
Frequent Disconnections
What the User Should Do
What You Should Do
Poor Performance
What the User Should Do
What You Should Do
Internet Connection Unavailable
What the User Should Do
What You Should Do
Where to Find More Help
Chapter Review
12. Increasing Your Hotspot’s Wireless Coverage
Higher-Gain Antenna
Purchasing
Installation
Wireless Repeaters
Purchasing
Installation
Adding Access Points
Preinstallation Site Survey
Step 1: Gather the Necessary Items
Step 2: Define the Network Requirements
Step 3: Mark Up the Building Diagram
Step 4: Determine the AP Locations
Estimate an AP Location
Plug in the AP at an Estimated Location
Take Measurements
Ensure That the Test AP Placement Is Optimum
Assign AP Channels
Network and Power Connection Options
Power Lines
Running Ethernet Cable
Choosing and Purchasing Your Equipment
Access Points
Power Line Devices
Ethernet Cable
PoE
Configuring the APs
Physical Installation
Chapter Review
13. Using Wi-Fi Networks
Keeping Your Operating System Up-to-Date
Enabling and Disabling Your Network Adapter
Using the Start Menu
Using the System Tray
Toggling Between Windows XP and the Manufacturer Utility
Enabling/Disabling the Windows XP Utility
Starting/Stopping the Wireless Zero Configuration Service
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Using the Windows XP Configuration Utility
Checking the Connection Status
Using the System Tray
Using the Status Window
Editing Your Preferred Network List
Accessing the Preferred Network List
Changing the Preferred Order
Adding a Preferred Network
Advanced Options
Sharing Files
Enabling Shared Folders
Accessing Shared Folders
Sharing Printers
Enabling Shared Printers
Adding Shared Printers to Computers
Chapter Summary
IV. Appendix
A. Understanding Wi-Fi Signals
Comparing 802.11 Standards
Wi-Fi System Operation
Beacons
Wireless Client Scanning
Connecting
Sending and Receiving
Nonoverlapping Channels
RF Propagation
RF Interference and Attenuation
Final Review
Glossary
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