The ISB Wavebase by Nexland allows you to connect wireless devices to your fast Internet connection. It's easily integrated into existing wired-Ethernet networks. It's compatible with original 802.11 DSSS devices. It requires an access point. It can be difficult to set up.
Speed can fluctuate significantly.
Wi-Fi offers Ethernet speeds without the wires, but you pay for it. Most access points have an integrated Ethernet controller to connect to an existing wired-Ethernet network. It also has an omni-directional antenna to receive the data transmitted by the wireless transceivers. But some manufacturers do offer PCI or ISA format cards, not just adapters. Instead, everything is a la carte , allowing customers to build a system that exactly meets their needs.