Notice in Figure 1-11 that the wireless cells, or access points, are connected to
the network by connecting into the hub or switch that has a connection to the rest
of the wired network. Also notice that the clients do not have cables connecting
them to the network. These are wireless clients, and they will get access to the
network through the wireless cell (or access point).
Another option for wireless networks is the use of a radio antenna on or near the
building, which allows one cell to cover the building and the surrounding area. This
approach is best in a campus-type arrangement, where many buildings that need to
be included in the cell are in a close geographical area. This setup does not easily