Article | REF: TE7375 V1

Standard for wireless networks: IEEE 802.11

Author: Daniel TREZENTOS

Publication date: May 10, 2002

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2. Network architectures

802.11 stations are organized around two network architectures: ad hoc and infrastructure-based.

2.1 Ad hoc architecture

An ad hoc network requires no pre-deployed infrastructure to enable communication between its members. Each station operates autonomously to ensure its own connectivity and the connectivity of other members. Flexibility of deployment is a major advantage of this type of network. This architecture is perfectly suited to ephemeral communications needs, or on moving scenes requiring rapid deployment and the ability to accommodate station mobility. Military operations in the field are one example where ad hoc architecture shows its full worth. 3 illustrates the...

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