Chapter 11. Designing Voice over WLAN Networks

Both wireless LAN (WLAN) and VoIP technologies are growing in popularity in today's enterprise networks. Interestingly, these diverse technologies can be used in tandem to provide VoIP services for wireless clients. This section considers the design of Voice over Wireless LAN (VoWLAN) networks, including such topics as the need for VoWLANs, performing site surveys, and core infrastructure requirements.

Introduction to VoWLAN Technologies

A WLAN contains access points (with which wireless devices communicate), antennas (which help determine the wireless coverage areas), and wireless endpoints (such as a laptop containing a wireless network interface card). Cisco offers a suite of wireless technologies ...

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