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This is an informative and fun podcast about WiFi, but not limited solely to wireless networking technology. We hope to stir up a bit of contention with our podcast and bring new ideas and viewpoints to wireless professionals everywhere!
Wireless LAN Professionals is a place to Educate, Inform, Encourage and Entertain those involved in Wireless LANs. This Wireless LAN Professionals Podcast is an audio manifestation of those goals. Our host is Wireless LAN veteran, consultant, designer, and teacher… Keith Parsons.
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TCW 302- New Host Intro & Everything 6GHz
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Episode 302 is packed full of excitement. During this episode we introduce our new cohost, Sam Clements, and spend the rest of the episode discussing everything 6GHz! For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www.musicscreen.org/Royalty-free/Music/Electronika.php…
Episode 301 kicks off our 3rd season of TCW and we're excited to share with you lots of new changes coming to the cast. In this episode we discuss 2020 challenges, importance of broadband in the home, ALOHANet, and some fun with IoT. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www.musicscreen.org/Royalty-…
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Soiltech Wireless - helping farmers through wireless technology
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Keith has a fascinating interview with Ehsan Soltan of Soiltech Wireless on how they are helping farmers monitor the soil moisture in their crops in real time using wireless technology specifically CAT-M1, and NB-IOT.By Keith R Parsons
Panos Vousiz from NetBeez stopped by to talk about the differences between iPerf2 and iPerf3 a deeper dive from his #WLPC 2020 Phoenix presentation. Read more from Panos at netbeez.net/blog Find more about all things WLAN from wlanpros.comBy Keith R Parsons
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George Ou's Creative Solution To Bad Zoom Calls
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Keith spoke with George Ou on a creative solution he came up with for executives at his company who were dealing with latency due to too many users on the Wi-Fi. With some basic gear anyone can get on Amazon and a little set up this might be a solution worth trying.
Keith Parsons Interview Wes Purvis, Jussi Kiviniemi and Abhi Shamsundar of MistBy Keith R Parsons
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Rick Steiner’s Approach to Problem Solving
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Implementation of Cisco Live with Chris O’Donnell
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Chris O'Donnell discusses the success and challenges he and his team experience in setting up Cisco Live.By Keith R Parsons
Nigel Bowden talks about his podcast series, “Wi-Fi for Beginners” that he created to help those just getting started in Wi-Fi. The series is already several years old, but is still very helpful if you need to get a crash course in 802.11 technologies.By Keith R Parsons
Are consumer devices wreaking havoc on your network? You are not alone? What are the possible solutions? Are there any? What should the Wi-Fi Alliance do - if anything. Lee Badman shares his opinions on all of these topics and more.By Keith R Parsons
The WLAN Pi has undergone several changes and updates since it's initial appearance at WLPC Jerry Olla brings us up to speed on what he shared at #WLPC 2020 in Phoenix and what changes might still be expected this year. Learn more at www.wlanpi.com Watch Jerry's presentation at #WLPC here Follow the WLAN Pi project on Twitter here…
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Why You Should Always Do A Validation Survey - or not
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Keith and Sam "argue" on whether or not you should always do a Validation Survey. What are your thoughts?By Keith R Parsons
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Broadcom Wi-Fi Chipsets Past Present Future
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Gabe shares a brief overview of Broadcom's involvement in the history and development of Wi-Fi chipsets over the years and when did the industry identify the critical need for new spectrum? He also discusses what we can expect from Broadcom in regards to Wi-Fi 6E.By Keith R Parsons
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10 Tips for Wi-Fi Explorer Pro Under 10 Minutes
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Wi-Fi Explorer Pro by Adrian Granados is a wonderful resource that should be in every wireless LAN professional's toolkit. In this quick presentation, Keith shows you 10 things Wi-Fi Explorer can do you might not have known, plus he reveals some cool news about what's coming soon from Adrian. The image in the show notes should tell you all.…
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Wireless Adjuster Certification - Do You Need It?
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How does the Wireless Adjuster Program fit alongside the CWNP program today? "The CWNP program has two holes that I see now." CWNP courses don't provide enough of best practice assessment, best practice knowledge, and then, of course, remediation and troubleshooting, and the use of "lightweight tools". The gap this program fills sits between CWNA a…
We've had some big Wi-Fi news last week with the FCC chairman putting out a new press release and a new vote coming April 23rd all about 6GHz. There has been a lot of desire in the wireless LAN professionals community to get some more spectrum. And it looks like we're actually going to get some, which is very good. Keith talks to Chuck Lukaszewski …
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S2E3: COVID19, "Big Game" Wifi, Emotet, Public Wifi Safety
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193 | AccelTex Introduces The New Accelerator Site Survey Battery Pack V2
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In This Episode: - Carter Burke and Chris Marco of AccelTex tell what is new with the Accelerator Site Survey Battery Pack V2 - the follow up to their popular, portable, site survey battery pack. - We also hear from Phil Morgan present "RF Math For Muggles" from WLPC 2019 Prague.
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S1E16: ECSE-T & WFA Security Chair Stephen Orr
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On this episode we will discuss the new-ish ECSE Troubleshooting class that Tauni attended as well as go into some details around WPA3 with WFA member Stephen Orr of Cisco. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www.musicscreen.org/Royalty-free/Music/Electronika.php…
In This Episode: - Keith asks Dave Wright to give us an update on the current status of CBRS aka OnGo
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191 | Chuck Lukaszewski's 6th Sense | What to Expect from 6 GHz and Wi-Fi 6
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In This Episode: - Keith asks Chuck Lukaszewski to weigh in on what we should expect in the near future for 6 GHz and Wi-Fi 6 - Troy Martin talks MBR from #WLPC Prague 2019
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190 | Philip Solis Shares His Take On The Future of Wireless Chip Sets And Much More
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In This Episode: - Keith speaks to Philip Solis about his take on the future of Wireless Chip Sets and much more - Jamie Jackson presents Docker and Ansible at WLPC Phoenix 2019
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189 | Dean Bubley Futurist at Disruptive Analysis
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In This Episode: - Keith talks with Dean about the difference between Wi-Fi and 5G. - Robin Jellum talks about Breaking Proprietary Lock-in through Wi-Fi OpenConfig at WLPC Phoenix 2019
On this episode, Scott & Tauni speak with Gene Fodor & Rob Faludi that were partly responsible for the efforts to test commercially available "off the shelf" wireless gear in space. This project was a combined effort of the team at Digi led by Rob and Gene and NASA. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of htt…
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188 | The new netAlly Product Portfolio with Dan Klimke
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In This Episode: - Keith speaks with Dan Klimke about the new netAlly product portfolio and new company name - Wes Purvis present "BLE Deployment Design with Ekahau" at WLPC Phoenix 2019
Joining us for this episode are Celona’s (@celonaio) co-founders, Rajeev Shah and Mehmet Yavuz. Celona has just announced receiving series A funding from tier-1 venture capital firms in Silicon Valley and is calling itself the first networking company with a mission to make cellular wireless fully consumable in the enterprise. Tune in to hear why t…
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187 | Ryan Woodings Chief Geek at MetaGeek
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In This Episode: - Keith speaks with Ryan Woodings of MetaGeek on their story and what lies in the near future. - Colleen Szymanik presents, "Are all 11ax Networks Created Equal?" from #WLPC Phoenix 2019
This episode covers everything YOU need to know about the brand new, shiny, Wi-Fi Awards program. During this episode, Scott interviews the Wi-Fi Awards team of Keith, Sam, JD, and Tauni to provide all of the details you need to know to be a part of the awards program! Check out the Wi-Fi Awards website at https://thewifiawards.com For show notes v…
In This Episode: - Keith talks all things Wi-Fi Awards with Scott Lester and Tauni Odia of The Contention Window Podcast, and Sam Clements and Jonathan Davis - Jason Hintersteiner presents his thoughts on 60GHZ - what you need to know about 802 11ad and 802 11ay for his presentation at WLPC Phoenix 2019…
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185 | Troubleshooting Wi-Fi with Jim Vajda
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In This Episode: - Keith and Jim Vajda of Frame by Frame and 7 Signal talk Troubleshooting Wi-Fi frame by frame wifi.net - Jonathan Davis presents "Where good RF goes to die" from WLPC Phoenix 2019
Episode 13 sees hosts Scott (@theITrebel) & Tauni (@tauniodia) dive off into a hodgepodge of topics from MFD4 along with their special guest, Jake Snyder (@jsnyder81). Among the topics covered are AI, OpenRoaming, & Passpoint along with a bit of rambunctious contention and fun banter. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Mu…
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S1E12 : TechFieldDay - Mobility Field Day 4 Preview
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Episode 12 takes an in depth look at TechFieldDay including what it is, how it all started, and a few fun stories for everyone to enjoy. This episode also takes a look at the upcoming Mobility Field Day 4 event August 14-16, 2019 in Silicon Valley. TechFieldDay Main site: https://techfieldday.com For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/s…
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184 | Where It All Began And Where It's Going with Cees Links
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In This Episode: - Keith sits down with Cees Links of Qorvo.com. They reflect on Cees' pioneering work in Wi-Fi and talk about where things are headed with Wi-Fi 6. - Ben Miller shares his thoughts on how to use channel utilization in Wi-Fi from his presentation at WLPC Phoenix 2019
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S1E11: Wi-Fi Mapping, Dual Channel Wi-Fi, Space Supercomputing
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Episode 11 covers privacy concerns with Wi-Fi mapping data from carriers, a discussion about dual channel Wi-Fi, and super computing in deep space. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www.musicscreen.org/Royalty-free/Music/Electronika.phpBy Scott Lester & Tauni Odia
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S1E10 : Aerohive Acquisition & Cisco OpenRoaming
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Episode 10 discusses the acquisition of Aerohive Networks by Extreme Networks as well as the new initiative being promoted by Cisco called OpenRoaming. Our guests on this episode include James Parnham, Product Manager - Wireless & Stephen Cooper, Wireless Technical Solutions Architect - ANZ both of Cisco. For show notes visit: https://contentionwin…
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183 | These Are a Few of My Favorite Conferences
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In This Episode: - David Coleman and Keith talk about some of the different Wi-Fi Conferences they have attended over the years and highlight the differences between them. - Samuel Clements explains from WLPC Phoenix 2019 why he so often replies to Wi-Fi questions with "It depends".
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182 | WLAN Pros in Cars Talking Wi-Fi with Jussi from Ekahau
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In This Episode: - Jussi & Keith talk Wireless LAN events as they drive through Helsinki in Jussi's 1971 Datsun 240z 3.5liter supercharged. Come along for the ride. - Keith also answers your questions and helps bring clarity to a problematic installation that has grown complicated over time. - Finally, we hear from Dale Hurshowy with his WLPC Phoen…
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S1E9 : BadFi - External Antenna Network Design - CLUS19
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Episode 9 includes a discussion with Scott, Tauni, & returning special guest, Sam Clements, about Badfi and using external antennas vs internal/integrated antennas in warehouse & LPV network design. Reasons why we would want to vs not. We also talk to Sam about his thoughts on what's coming with Cisco Live US 2019. For show notes visit: https://con…
In This Episode: - Keith discusses some of the "soft skills" needed to be able to effectively get actual requirements for your scope of work - Panos Vouzis shares what is new with NetBeez - Mike Albano talks about deploying Google Enterprise Wi-Fi
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180 | Drew Lentz Introduces the Wi-Fi Survey Kit
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In This Episode: - Drew Lentz of Wi-Fi Stand talks to Keith about the new Wi-Fi Survey Kit - Peter Mackenzie gives a WLAN Association update from WLPC Phoenix 2019
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S1E8 : Location Privacy - Quick Reactions - WFA Certified Home Design
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Episode 8 covers location privacy and the right for cellular carriers to sell your location data, a new segment called "Quick Reactions" where we'll talk about hot tech topics recently in the news, and finally a new certification program around home Wi-Fi design introduced by the WFA. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Mu…
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179 | Brian Tuttle of Metageek Introduces Wi-Spy Air
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In This Episode: - Keith answers the question "How can I feel comfortable with my knowledge level in wireless?" - Keith and Brian Tuttle talk about what is new with the new Metageek Wi-Spy Air - Jerry Olla talks about Ekahau Connect
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S1E7: 5G Debate & Aruba TME Jerrod Howard @ ATM19
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This episode includes a debate on 5G and it's potential pricing model, coverage, and performance from the executives at the big carriers, as well as an interview with Aruba Networks Technical Marketing Engineer, Jerrod Howard, recorded at ATM19 in Las Vegas. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www…
In This Episode: - Peter Mackenzie talks about his upcoming CWAP class at the new Titan Ranch training facility - Keith and Roger Sands talk tech details about Wyebot the "how's" and "why's" of this cool technology
In This Episode: - Keith answers the question: "How can I get non-technical people to have a basic understanding of the dynamics of Wireless environments. - Jari Vikstedt from ETS Lindgren talks about what he sees rolling out in 5G
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176 | Meet The Team Behind Ekahau Connect
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In This Episode: - We answer the question: "How do I get my hands on wireless software tools like AirMagnet? I am just getting started in running a small consulting and integration business. The cost of getting some of these software tools can get pretty daunting" - Keith takes us behind the scenes at Ekahau, getting to know some of the behind-the-…
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S1E6: *Special Edition* Ekahau New Product Release
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Episode 6 features special guest Jussi Kiviniemi and covers the release of the new Ekahau products: Ekahau Cloud, Ekahau Capture, & Ekahau Pro version 10. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www.musicscreen.org/Royalty-free/Music/Electronika.phpBy Scott Lester & Tauni Odia
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S1E5: Passpoint & CCIE Wireless Study Guide
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Episode 5 covers a discussion of Passpoint and an agreement between AT&T & Boingo to expand roaming/Wi-Fi access for users. We will also talk about the new CCIE Wireless Study Guide with our special guest, Sam Clements. For show notes visit: https://contentionwindow.com/show-notes Music courtesy of https://www.musicscreen.org/Royalty-free/Music/Ele…
