For example, in June, the IEEE blessed the 802.11 standard, paving the way for interoperability among 2Mbps wireless products operating in the 2.4GHz to 2.483GHz range. Take RadioLAN Inc. in Sunnyvale, Calif., for instance. And pricing has improved, too. The low entry prices alone put wireless technology within reach of a truly broad range of customers. Granted, wireless networks still have their challenges, including size and speed limitations, compared with wired connections.
Signals also can jam when different devices claim the same frequency.
When we tested several different wireless products in my lab, we encountered a conflict between a wireless LAN and a wireless video-connection device. No damage was done, though. We just had to change a few locations or turn off one for the other to work well. These developm ents should give you a strong argument to take to clients whom you think might need a wireless solution. But don't be surprised if you meet some resistance at first.