𝕆𝕓𝕛𝕖𝕔𝕥𝕚𝕧𝕖𝕤:
1. Understand the various aspects of wireless networks, including frequency bands, channels, and signal strengths.

2. Analyze and optimize a wireless network for better performance and coverage.


ℝ𝕖𝕤𝕖𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙 ℂ𝕠𝕞𝕡𝕠𝕟𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕤:

1. 𝗪𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰𝘀: Investigate the differences between 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands, as well as the concepts of channels and interference.

2. 𝗪𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀: Research the evolution of wireless standards, from 802.11a/b/g/n to 802.11ac and beyond.

3. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗼𝗹𝘀: Understand the security protocols in wireless networks, like WEP, WPA, WPA2, and their vulnerabilities.


ℙ𝕣𝕒𝕔𝕥𝕚𝕔𝕒𝕝 ℂ𝕠𝕞𝕡𝕠𝕟𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕤:

1. 𝗪𝗶-𝗙𝗶 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀:
• Use free tools like Wi-Fi Analyzer (for Android) or similar apps/software to study the Wi-Fi environment in their home or another location.
• Identify all networks, their channels, signal strengths, and any possible overlapping or congested channels.

2. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
• Conduct speed tests at various spots to see how performance varies across different locations.
• Identify potential "dead zones" or areas with weaker signals.

3. 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
- Based on the analysis, suggest or implement changes, such as moving to a less congested channel or repositioning the wireless router for better coverage.

4. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄:
• Check the security settings of the wireless network.
• Ensure WPA2 or higher encryption is enabled and a strong passphrase is set.
• Make recommendations for enhancing security, such as disabling WPS or setting up a guest Wi-Fi network for visitors.


𝔻𝕖𝕝𝕚𝕧𝕖𝕣𝕒𝕓𝕝𝕖𝕤:

1. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: A document that outlines findings on wireless network basics, standards, and security protocols.

2. 𝗪𝗶-𝗙𝗶 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: A summary of the Wi-Fi environment, including a list of all identified networks, their channels, and signal strengths.

3. 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: A list of suggested changes for optimizing performance and boosting security, along with reasons for each recommendation.