In response to your second question, yes, there is a big difference between 802.11a and 802.11b. If memory serves me correctly, 802.11a uses a different frequency (2.4 GHz if I remember correctly), and supports what is called a "turbo mode" to allow data transfer rates of up to 54 Mbps. The up-and-coming 802.11g standard will also take advantage of the fast transfer rates, but uses the same frequency as the 802.11b, and will therefore be backward-compatible. I'm sure if I'm mistaken about any of this, someone will be kind enough to correct me.
On a related subject, can anyone recommend a USB wireless adapter that works with linux? I don't have any more free slots in my home computer. :-(
Thanks!
Terry
Noah A Hicks wrote:
Can anyone recommend a PCI wireless card that's compatible with linux?
Is there a difference between 802.11a and 802.11b? Thanks for any tips.
-Noah
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