How to Choose a Wireless Internet Access Vendor
By Asad Haroon, CEO of InsideUp.com
Wireless Internet Access allows users to connect to the internet without using a telephone line or hard-wired connection. In many offices, wireless networks have replaced miles of Ethernet cabling, providing intranet and internet access along with portability. Wireless networks are in great demand today because they allow people to stay connected to co-workers, clients, and information no matter where they are. There are numerous providers.
In addition to having wireless access on your notebook computer, cell phones and PDA’s also use wireless technology to let you connect with corporate networks, access email, and send and receive photos, podcasts, and videos.
There are some important things to consider when choosing and implementing a Wireless Network:
Company Requirements – Your organization is unique. Don’t select a wireless provider because it runs the most ads. Look for the company that best fits what you need in a wireless provider.
Cost – Find out exactly what access will cost. What hardware needs to be purchased? Is there a minimum contract period? Make sure all the fees and charges are clearly stated.
Technical Support and Training – Does the provider offer 24-hour technical support? What type of training is available for your users? Are there any additional costs for service?
Security – Does the vendor provide security measures such as Static IP Addressing and encryption? You want to make sure that your wireless network is secure.
Reputation- If your provider is local do a Better Business Bureau check. If not, a simple Google search will help you turn up any clients or problems your potential vendor has faced.
Wireless technologies have created offices with no boundaries. Employees can access and send information from anywhere in the world. With the advent of Web 2.0 and the increase of web-based applications, more and more companies are turning to wireless access to reduce expenses and the need for increasing hard drive storage and to increase productivity. In addition to easy access to information, wireless networks make compatibility seamless and allow companies to reduce overhead expense by getting rid of miles of Ethernet cabling, as well as switches, plugs, and connectors. A recent Intel study found that wireless technologies can improve employee productivity and have positive impacts on time, schedules, and quality.
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