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Published: October 30, 2006
When I think of being connected to events and people, I usually think of sitting at my desk, not answering that e-mail from my overseas friend, putting that annoying classmate's IM on ignore (How did she get my ID anyway?) or simply pretending to be dead. Yeah, that'll teach them to adore me!
However, these "ties that don't bind" work differently in the technological world. Network technology allows us to do things from afar, whether it be work, school, our next stalking victim. Stalking can be the highest form of flattery, Scarlett Johansson!
To stay connected, we could go through all the wires and cables, but who wants that? Less is best nowadays. And, when it comes to keeping in touch just enough to be out of touch with acknowledged ones, wireless is the way to go. That's right, none of that touchy/feely physical stuff when you can "be there" with what is not really there.
The hottest network technology right now is Wi-Fi technology. Wi-Fi means wireless fidelity. See, abbreviations stand for actual words (take that, J-Lo). Wireless fidelity uses radio frequency – just like cell phones – to distribute bits/bytes of data; this means they transmit and receive information between the network hub, your computer and the Internet provider.
From slowest to fastest, the transmission/reception comes in 802.11b (standard) and 802.11g (latest version) on a 2.4Ghz band. However, wireless network technology is not always so cut-and-dry; it still has a lot of kinks to be worked out, such as security and reliability. It is like that customer service representative who stands between you and the satisfaction he obviously thinks you do not deserve – happiness is a...................oops, lost the connection for a second.
Wi-Fi technology away from home is quite simple: all you need is a wireless adapter (either internal or external). Any place with wireless network technology should be able to link up to the adapter and provide a signal for Internet access, providing their provider does not charge the individual user. I'm not naming any names...I'm just saying that a particular place whose last syllable rhymes with a four letter word beginning in "f" and ending in "cks" charges for wireless technology use through a third-party provider...that is all. Most places, such as libraries, public schools and universities, government buildings, and even other private business do not charge for wireless Internet services.
On the other hand, Wi-Fi network technology at home requires a little more moxy on the part of the user, especially if he or she intends on single-handedly installing it. Necessary tools include a wireless router, a modem to the wireless router, a wireless adapter to the computer and the ability not to screw up a simple installation. See, you can't fail...or can you (cue sinister, moustache-twirling voice)?
Oh, and I would be remiss if I failed to mention Bluetooth. There, job done. I can get started on that new American novel now.
As a wireless network technology, Bluetooth is pretty similar to Wi-Fi, except it uses infrared light beams as its connective mode. Bluetooth is the remote control of network technology; it is cheap and reliable (unlike people) and can easily be replaced (like people should be).
Here is an interesting factoid – yes, the purpose of reading is to learn things – Harald Bluetooth was a late 10th-century Danish king who "united Denmark and part of Norway." The technology's name is loosely based on his celebrated diplomatic reign. Its logo even utilizes the Nordic runes for the late king's initials.
One could say Bluetooth is the king of all wireless network technologies.
Sources:
HowStuffWorks.com. 27 October 2006.
Webopedia.com. 27 October 2006.
Wiki.media-culture.org. 27 October 2006.
However, these "ties that don't bind" work differently in the technological world. Network technology allows us to do things from afar, whether it be work, school, our next stalking victim. Stalking can be the highest form of flattery, Scarlett Johansson!
To stay connected, we could go through all the wires and cables, but who wants that? Less is best nowadays. And, when it comes to keeping in touch just enough to be out of touch with acknowledged ones, wireless is the way to go. That's right, none of that touchy/feely physical stuff when you can "be there" with what is not really there.
The hottest network technology right now is Wi-Fi technology. Wi-Fi means wireless fidelity. See, abbreviations stand for actual words (take that, J-Lo). Wireless fidelity uses radio frequency – just like cell phones – to distribute bits/bytes of data; this means they transmit and receive information between the network hub, your computer and the Internet provider.
From slowest to fastest, the transmission/reception comes in 802.11b (standard) and 802.11g (latest version) on a 2.4Ghz band. However, wireless network technology is not always so cut-and-dry; it still has a lot of kinks to be worked out, such as security and reliability. It is like that customer service representative who stands between you and the satisfaction he obviously thinks you do not deserve – happiness is a...................oops, lost the connection for a second.
Wi-Fi technology away from home is quite simple: all you need is a wireless adapter (either internal or external). Any place with wireless network technology should be able to link up to the adapter and provide a signal for Internet access, providing their provider does not charge the individual user. I'm not naming any names...I'm just saying that a particular place whose last syllable rhymes with a four letter word beginning in "f" and ending in "cks" charges for wireless technology use through a third-party provider...that is all. Most places, such as libraries, public schools and universities, government buildings, and even other private business do not charge for wireless Internet services.
On the other hand, Wi-Fi network technology at home requires a little more moxy on the part of the user, especially if he or she intends on single-handedly installing it. Necessary tools include a wireless router, a modem to the wireless router, a wireless adapter to the computer and the ability not to screw up a simple installation. See, you can't fail...or can you (cue sinister, moustache-twirling voice)?
Oh, and I would be remiss if I failed to mention Bluetooth. There, job done. I can get started on that new American novel now.
As a wireless network technology, Bluetooth is pretty similar to Wi-Fi, except it uses infrared light beams as its connective mode. Bluetooth is the remote control of network technology; it is cheap and reliable (unlike people) and can easily be replaced (like people should be).
Here is an interesting factoid – yes, the purpose of reading is to learn things – Harald Bluetooth was a late 10th-century Danish king who "united Denmark and part of Norway." The technology's name is loosely based on his celebrated diplomatic reign. Its logo even utilizes the Nordic runes for the late king's initials.
One could say Bluetooth is the king of all wireless network technologies.
Sources:
HowStuffWorks.com. 27 October 2006.
Webopedia.com. 27 October 2006.
Wiki.media-culture.org. 27 October 2006.
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