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Business Data Communications. Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World. Learning Objectives. Describe the use of ultra wideband technology Describe wireless hotspots List common uses for radio frequency IDs.
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Business Data Communications Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World
Learning Objectives • Describe the use of ultra wideband technology • Describe wireless hotspots • List common uses for radio frequency IDs Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 2
Learning Objectives • Define e-services • Describe the advantages, disadvantages, and challenges of living in a connected world • List the job skills needed by professionals in the networking field Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 3
Introduction • Advances in network technology makes life more complicated • Advantages and disadvantages exist to this new technology • New careers have been created in this new era of communication Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 4
Emerging Technologies • Ultra Wideband (UWB) Technology • Faster wireless technology • 200 Mbps at up to 500 feet • Applications • Search and rescue • Search buildings for criminals • Search burning buildings for victims • Remote inventory control • Replacement for personal area networks Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 5
Emerging Technologies • Ultra Wideband (UWB) Technology • Standards • Completed by 2004 • Devices available by 2006 • Bandwidth • 3.1 to 10.6 GHz • Restricted to prevent interference with other wireless devices Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 6
Emerging Technologies • Wireless Hotspots • IEEE 802.11 networking devices • AKA Wi-Fi • Distance from hotspot is 300 yards • Cometa Networks plans to have 20,000 access points by 2004 • Urban wireless hotspots • In metropolitan areas Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 7
Emerging Technologies • Radio Frequency IDs (RFIDs) • Replacement for bar codes • May use for inventory control • Don’t need to “see” the items • Bar codes must be visible to be read • Wal-Mart will require distributors to use them by 2005 • Standards in development at MIT • One concern is the use of RFIDs to track individuals Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 8
Emerging Technologies • E-Services • Method that is superior to e-commerce in increasing revenues • Increase service to customers and building better customer relationships • Software that is used • Microsoft .NET • Sun Microsystems J2EE Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 9
Living in a Connected World • Advantages to Living in a Connected World • Instant access to information • Widespread marketing to customers • Build business relationships • Reduction in amount of paper generated • E-mail • Location independence through wireless technology Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 10
Living in a Connected World • Advantages to Living in a Connected World • Videoconferencing • Wider bandwidth is available • Global marketplace • Convenience for busy people • Easier access through cellular technology Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 11
Living in a Connected World • Disadvantages to Living in a Connected World • Additional tasks (e-mail volume) • Spam • Exchange of jokes among employees • Intrusion on private lives by cellular phones and pagers • Distractions caused by cellular phones Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 12
Living in a Connected World • Disadvantages to Living in a Connected World • Internet hackers • Must keep up with technology • Cellular calling plans • Other services • DSL and cable services • Personal networks need maintenance Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 13
Living in a Connected World • Challenges to Living in a Connected World • Use the technology productively in business and personal lives • Responsible use of technology (Cellular) • Companies don’t misuse technology • Privacy must be protected • Continuing education is critical Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 14
Careers in a Connected World • E-commerce consultant • Web designer • Network technician • Online customer support • Network administrator • Certification Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 15
Summary • Many new technologies are emerging • Third generation of mobile communications • Bluetooth • Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution • SyncML • Challenges exist for living in this connected world Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 16
Summary • Advantages to the new technologies can make our lives easier • Disadvantages involve privacy and misuse issues • Many new job titles have emerged in our new economy Chapter 15: Addressing the Challenge of Living in a Connected World 17