Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Point of a Parabola: Focusing Signals for a Better Wireless Net

For Students 3rd - 8th
Here's a project with practical applications for homes with a wireless network. This project shows you how to build and test parabolic reflectors for the transmitters on your network. You may be able to increase the range of your...
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Other

Wi Fi Alliance: Knowledge Center

For Students 9th - 10th
The Wi-Fi Alliance was formed in 1999 by several industry leaders with the goal of promoting a global standard for high speed wireless networks. The Knowledge Center area of their website is searchable and includes a glossary of Wi-Fi...
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Other

Technology Review: Pervasive Wireless

For Students 9th - 10th
A very interesting article discussing the development of embedded wireless technology, where everyday devices, from cell phones to cars to heart monitors, are able to communicate seamlessly and automatically.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Rogue Access Points

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about rogue access points to understand wireless internet access.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Wi Fi

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a complete overview of WiFi technology. Includes history, uses, advantages and disadvantages, and security issues. Also gives the REAL origin and meaning of the term "WiFi"!
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Get Safe Online

Get Safe Online: Wireless Networks and Hotspots

For Students 9th - 10th
Wireless networks are more convenient than wired networks, but wireless networks are susceptible to a wider range of security threats. This resource describes some of these security threats and how to configure a secure wireless network.