Wireless Networking Phenomenon Today's world is faced with a myriad of challenging and complex issues that require advanced technological solutions. As technology becomes increasingly user-friendly and focused on the consumer, it is evident that users have become more dependent on wireless technological devices as mechanisms that promote convenience, survival, and economic prosperity. Devices such as cellular phones, laptop computers, and personal digital assistants have become absolute essential components for many consumers for personal usage as well as for businesses in order to increase communication access at all times and locations. Wireless technology has essentially replaced face-to-face communications to some degree and has dramatically improved the economic and communicative expectations of its users across the globe.

METHOD

This study will demonstrate the absolute importance of personal and business forms of wireless technology in today's increasingly complex society. Various books, periodicals and research journal articles will summarize the history of communications leading up to the arrival of wireless technology and will also provide a detailed description of the most commonly used wireless devices in personal and professional living.

Furthermore, a list of common terms frequently used in wireless technology will be addressed. In addition, personal experiences will demonstrate the significance of wireless devices in daily living. Finally, the researcher will provide an analysis of the future outlook for wireless technology and its continued significance in all areas of livelihood, particularly in advanced industrial countries.

FINDINGS

This study will demonstrate that the continuous progression of wireless technology has forever altered the industrialized world as we know it. Communication access is less problematical than ever as people across the globe possess the personal and professional technology to shatter communication boundaries that once encumbered their ability to effectively communicate with others. Furthermore, as people become increasingly dependent on their personal devices to correspond, economic stability and personal security are strongly influenced by the expediency and simplicity that occurs in effective communication via wireless methods.

ABSTRACT

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

The Problem

Purpose of the Study

Importance of the Study

Scope of the Study

Rationale of the Study

Definition of Terms

Overview of the Study

CHAPTER 2: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

Introduction

Origin of Wireless Networking Technology

What is Wireless Technology?

Applications for Wireless Technology

Cellular Technology

Wireless Security

The Future of Wireless Technology

The Impact of Wireless Technology on Global Communications

Summary of Chapter 2

CHAPTER 3: METHODOLOGY

Approach

Data Gathering Method

Database of Study

Validity of Data

Originality & Limitations of Data

Summary of Chapter 3

CHAPTER 4: DATA ANALYSIS

Data Analysis

CHAPTER 5: SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS

Summary

Conclusions

Recommendations

BIBLIOGRAPHY

Chapter 1

Introduction

Introduction/The Problem

Advanced technological solutions are increasingly popular methods by which consumers and businesses manage their complex communications both efficiently and successfully. As a result, many people have become extraordinarily dependent upon their use to manage such communications as telephone calls, emails, and schedules. Devices such as cellular phones, laptop computers, and hand-held computing mechanisms are absolutely essential elements in the lives of persons living in industrialized nations across the globe for personal matters as well as professional situations in order to increase unlimited access to communication twenty-four hours per day, seven days per week. Wireless technology has replaced face-to-face communications to an extent in millions of lives and has considerably enhanced the ability of users to correspond with each other across the globe.

As technology prospects increase and organizations become global in scope, consumers and businesses are expected to expand their own technological approaches to increase effortless access to communication. The arrival of wireless technology has improved the capacity of individuals and businesses to create open lines of communication with others across the globe. As the demand for such technology has increased in recent years, firms that specialize in technology development have responded by providing a wide variety of products designed to improve daily living in both a personal and professional arena. Furthermore, as the demand for wireless communications intensifies in industrialized nations, users possess the ability to access these communication tools at a relatively low cost. On the other hand, as some forms of technology become out-of-date, their cost plummets and firms must identify and develop new products that will provide users with cutting-edge alternatives for communicating effectively with their friends, families, and colleagues. Unfortunately, these new choices are typically offered at a higher price until the 'next best thing' arrives on the market....

However, businesses and consumers alike recognize the importance and value of such technology in their daily lives; therefore, they are willing to sacrifice their disposable income and capital in order to maintain a communicative and competitive advantage in a complex global marketplace.
Wireless technology was developed in response to an ever-increasing need for convenience and ease in communication in industrialized nations. As progressively advanced products were developed for the consumer market, these developments also provided businesses large and small with opportunities to improve their bottom lines and economic futures. Perhaps most important was the ability to improve overall productivity as a result of prompt communication networks. These improvements provided a variety of opportunities to gain an economic advantage over the competitors, particularly concerning relationships with customers and suppliers. With the technology in place, organizations now possessed the tools and the intelligence necessary to develop new strategic initiatives and endeavors.

Wireless technology, in its infancy stages, also provided the consumer with opportunities to communicate in ways never even imagined. All of a sudden, consumers could purchase a cellular phone and communicate just about anywhere they wanted, including automobiles, restaurants, and shopping malls. Furthermore, consumers with excess disposable income could purchase a laptop computer which ran on a battery or by electric power and provided convenient access to email and other important documents that could be accessed in airplanes and many other locations. Finally, consumers could also purchase a small handheld computing device in which they could create their entire schedule, set reminders, and even play a wide variety of games. As technology continues to influence daily living for both individuals and organizations, it is important to recognize the extent to which these devices can transform and even improve lives in industrialized nations across the globe.

Purpose of the Study

Nations with advanced technological capabilities are gaining significant ground on other countries in terms of their expertise and the potential to generate considerable value for their residents. As industrialized nations continue to improve upon existing potential that is present through knowledge and intelligence, consumers and businesses alike have responded to the increasing existence of new forms of technology that are required to maintain viability in a technologically-dependent society. As time passes and new technologies continue to spark demand and remain affordable for the general public, they remain a vital component of daily living. It is essential to recognize that consumers and organizations remain committed to the technological capabilities of such industrialized nations as the United States and Japan, and that in order to meet an ever-increasing demand for technology devices, particularly in wireless form, manufacturers such as Dell, Palm, Motorola, and Ericsson must continue to work diligently to develop innovative products to satisfy their customer bases. In addition, as technology continually improves and new products become available, manufacturers must identify new ways to keep costs down in order to offer competitive prices. Finally, since wireless technology will remain a significant mainstay in daily living for many years to come, its importance to the process of communication should not be undermined as consumers and businesses across the world constantly seek new ways to safeguard value-added products and services through the conveniences offered through wireless networks.

Importance of the Study research study of this magnitude that is primarily concerned with the importance of wireless networking technology is significant for a number of reasons, particularly in the twenty-first century, when the presence of advanced technology is at its greatest level ever. A large number of residents of industrialized nations are particularly dependent upon various forms of wireless technology to achieve their personal and professional goals in a variety of settings. People from a multitude of ages, cultures, and backgrounds rely on the many conveniences that wireless technologies produce in their daily lives. Therefore, it is only natural that the researcher professes a particular interest in this phenomenon since it affects his life as well as the lives of countless others. In addition, wireless technology is a key factor in the development of convenience, economies of scale, increased profitability, and enhanced productivity in all areas of life. Finally, this study demonstrates that a significant body of research exists that confirms the increased significance of wireless technology in consumer attitudes as well as daily business practices.

Scope of the Study

This study is based on a number of primary and secondary resources, including books, periodicals, and magazine articles, all of which are highly regarded in the technology world. Many experts in the field of technology will provide insight into the phenomenon of wireless networks and the potential outcomes of their widespread use across the globe. Secondary resources include publications that provide a variety of statistics regarding wireless technology usage that support the hypothesis that is presented in the study. In addition, the phenomenon of wireless technology will be critically examined in relation to its influence on human communication patterns, and this concept will be supported by evidence from the aforementioned resources in…