Data rate algorithms for use in wireless local area networks
US6580700B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02D30/70
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A communications network comprising a wireless local area network includes a plurality of access points connected to a host computer and each other, and a plurality of mobile units with each mobile unit being arranged for association with at least one access point. The mobile units are arranged to periodically scan for and identify the most eligible access point for association at the highest data rate on the basis of a performance criteria at the current data rate.
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