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Setting Up Public Wireless Internet Access http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Installing and operating a Wi-Fi hotspot allows you to attract customers and differentiate your business. Deploying even a small wireless network has proven to be a difficult task for the average consumer, however. With this book as your guide, you can painlessly figure out the requirements for your Wi-Fi hotspot, how to properly set it up, how to operate it, and how to optimize it for the needs and security of your customers. http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Wi-Fi Hotspots helps you throughout the entire process of setting up a hotspot to offer free or fee-based Internet access to the general public: http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

• Understand the benefits to your business of hosting a hotspot
• Decide what type of hotspot you should implement
• Examine what equipment is best suited for your hotspot
• Follow step-by-step procedures for setting up your hotspot
• Get the word out about your hotspot availability
• Ensure your hotspot is not used improperly
• Evaluate Wi-Fi security concerns
• Fix common problems hotspot users face
• Increase the coverage area of your Wi-Fi hotspot
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Whether you are a small business owner looking to attract customers and distinguish your business or you are an IT professional at a larger organization looking to establish hotspot connectivity, this book provides you with everything you need to know in order to provide public wireless Internet access. http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Eric Geier is a computing and wireless networking author and consultant. For several years, he’s be employed with Wireless-Nets, Ltd., a consulting firm focusing on the implementation of wireless mobile solutions and training. http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Eric is a Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA). He is an author and contributor of several books and eLearning (CBT) courses. He is a regular contributor at Wi-FiPlanet.com. http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

For more information about Eric Geier, visit his website at http://www.egeier.com http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

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The companion CD-ROM contains two software utilities, ZoneCD and NetStumbler, to help you implement and manage your Wi-Fi hotspot. http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Cisco Press®, which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers. http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

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Covers: Wi-Fi Hotspots http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Table of Contents

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Part I: The Basics

Chapter 1

The Basics of Wi-Fi Hotspots http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Bridging the Gap

Wi-Fi Hot Zones

How Users Find Hotspots

How Wi-Fi Works

Chapter Review

Chapter 2

The Business Side of Hosting a Hotspot http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Benefits of Hosting a Wi-Fi Hotspot

• Attract People to Your Location
• Generate Additional Revenue
• Ability to Create a Private Network
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Figuring the Costs

Chapter Review

Chapter 3

First Steps to Setting Up a Wi-Fi Hotspot http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

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
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Step 2: Set Up an Internet Connection

• Choosing the Right Internet Connect Type
• Usage/Legal Terms of Provider
• Getting the Internet Connection
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Chapter Review

Part II: Setting Up the Hotspot

Chapter 4

Solution 1: Simple Free Access Hotspot http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

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
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Chapter Review

Chapter 5

Solution 2: Advanced Free Access Hotspot Using ZoneCD http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Step 1: Choose the Mode and Service

• Open Mode
• Closed Mode
• Services Overview
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Step 2: Gather the Necessary Items

• What’s Required
• Set Up Your Zones (for the Free Service)
• Set Up Your Zones (for the Premium Services)
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Step 3: Set Up and Configure the Access Points and Routers

• Private Wired or Wireless Router
• Public Access Point or Wireless Router
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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
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Check for Proper Operation

What’s Next

Using the Online Administration Tools

Getting Help

Chapter Review

Chapter 6

Solution 3: Join Boingo’s Hotspot Network to Provide Paid Access http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

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
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Getting Help

Chapter Review

Chapter 7

Solution 4: Free or Paid Access and Private Network Using Hotspot Gateway http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Understanding the Solution

Setting Up the Solution

• Step 1: Choose the Particular Solution
• Step 4: Configure Additional Settings
• Step 5: Perform the Physical Installation
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Getting Help

Chapter Review

Part III: After Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Is Alive

Chapter 8

Getting the Word Out http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Signage

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Online Hotspot Directories

Chapter Review

Chapter 9

Fending Off Freeloaders http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Physically Hand Out Login Information

Apply Usage Limits

• Open/Closed Times
• Bandwidth Limits
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Spell Out Usage Terms

Monitor Your Hotspot

Chapter Review

Chapter 10

Wi-Fi Safety and Security http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

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
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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
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Chapter Review

Chapter 11

Common Problems and Fixes http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Unable to See/Connect to the Wi-Fi Hotspot

• What the User Should Do
• What You Should Do
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Frequent Disconnections

• What the User Should Do
• What You Should Do
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Poor Performance

• What the User Should Do
• What You Should Do
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Internet Connection Unavailable

• What the User Should Do
• What You Should Do
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Where to Find More Help

Chapter Review

Chapter 12

Increasing Your Hotspot’s Wireless Coverage http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Higher-Gain Antenna

• Purchasing
• Installation
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Wireless Repeaters

• Purchasing
• Installation
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Adding Access Points

• Preinstallation Site Survey
• Configuring the APs
• Physical Installation
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Chapter Review

Chapter 13

Using Wi-Fi Networks http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Keeping Your Operating System Up-to-Date

Enabling and Disabling Your Network Adapter

• Using the Start Menu
• Using the System Tray
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Toggling Between Windows XP and the Manufacturer Utility

• Enabling/Disabling the Windows XP Utility
• Starting/Stopping the Wireless Zero Configuration Service
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Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Using the Windows XP Configuration Utility

Checking the Connection Status

• Using the System Tray
• Using the Status Window
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Editing Your Preferred Network List

• Accessing the Preferred Network List
• Changing the Preferred Order
• Adding a Preferred Network
• Advanced Options
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Sharing Files

• Enabling Shared Folders
• Accessing Shared Folders
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Sharing Printers

• Enabling Shared Printers
• Adding Shared Printers to Computers
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Chapter Summary

Part IV: Appendix

Appendix A

Understanding Wi-Fi Signals http://www.dropshippers.co.za/

Glossary

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