Webinars

Upcoming Webinars

Hotspot 2.0 - Overview and Applications - March 23, 2017

In this webinar, we will explore the hotspot 2.0 specification and gain an understanding for the various components and protocols. As a technology covered in upcoming CWNP certification exams, it is important to know how Hotspot 2.0 works and the applications of the specification.
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The Capacity Challenge - iBwave Guest Webinar, April 20, 2017

iBwave research director, Vladan Jevremovic, will discuss the challenges of capacity planning and the importance of taking into consideration not only user profiles, but the building's hotspots (capacity zones) as well. He will discuss the influence of data throughput granularity on capacity, and also touch upon capacity planning for small cells and how LTE-U may impact Wi-Fi capacity in the future. Vladan will also show the newest capacity planning capabilities in the iBwave Wi-Fi software More...and the accuracy advantages it can provide in this CWNP guest webinar.
1:00 PM EST - Register

CWS and CWT: Two New Certifications. May 18, 2017

In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will explore and explain the two new and exciting certifications offered by CWNP. Certified Wireless Specialist (CWS) and Certified Wireless Technologist (CWT), which provide entry-level knowledge for professionals working in the Wi-Fi space. Learn about the knowledge domains and objectives related to these two new and important certifications.
1:00 PM EST - Register

Past Recordings

Below is a list of recorded CWNP Webinars. These webinars can also be found by going to YouTube and visiting the channel, CWNPTV.

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Little-Known WLAN Analysis Tools

In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will explore and demonstrate multiple WLAN analysis tool that are not as commonly known in the industry. These tools include protocol analyzers, WLAN performance reporting tools and more.

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Dispelling the 802.11ac Myths of Speed

Join Tom Carpenter, CTO of CWNP for his monthly webinar series. In this webinar, Tom will address two common myths about 802.11ac. The first is that every 802.11ac AP will require an Ethernet uplink greater than 1 Gbps. The second is that MU-MIMO will have a significant impact on WLAN throughput in most WLANs. Learn why these are myths in this webinar.

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Becoming a CWNE: The Path to Expertise

In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will explain the requirements of the CWNE certification and give tips and advance on application preparation and getting sponsors for your certification.

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Lessons Learned Deploying an All Wireless Office

As Wi-Fi speeds increase, some organizations are giving serious consideration to the all wireless office (AWO). The all wireless office, essentially cutting the cord for good, could be the next evolution of true Wi-Fi mobility in the enterprise. While enterprises are heavily invested in Wi-Fi infrastructure, many of its users are still tethered to a cable for data and voice services.

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Fast Track to Wi-Fi Security

Understand the basics of WLAN security. Gain the knowledge required to select the best protocols, authentication servers and monitoring solutions. With live demonstrations of authentication server configuration, you will gain insight into the processes used to build a secure WLAN.

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Solving the WLAN Hardware Puzzle

In this webinar, the various hardware components used to build a WLAN will be explored. You will learn about access points, controllers, supporting services and wireless clients. With the information provided, you can make better buying decisions regardless of the vendor you choose.

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Understanding Wireless LAN Capacity Issues

Having addressed coverage in the preceding webinar, Tom Carpenter will now address the issues surrounding capacity. You will learn how to design a network that meets the capacity demands of the users and, equally important, how to determine the capacity needs in the first place.

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Understanding Wireless LAN Coverage Issues

In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will explain the factors impacting coverage in WLANs. You will learn why coverage is still important in the age of capacity and discover often overlooked devices that must be serviced well.

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Wireless Analysis with Native Windows Tools

In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will discuss the tools integrated into the Windows platform and available free from Microsoft that can be used for wireless analysis. Learn about hidden tools and features that will make your Wi-Fi troubleshooting easier.

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Configuring Your Access Points for Optimum Performance

Tom Carpenter will teach you the most important configuration options that can make or break the performance of your WLAN. Discover how to build the right cell size for your BSS and how to carry this out to large-scale ESS deployments in this important foundation skills webinar.

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What's New in the CWAP Exam

This webinar will provide you with an overview of the new topics and approach to the CWAP certification. It is a WLAN troubleshooting master class and certification. The skills provided will help any network administrator or WLAN engineer to analyze, diagnose and repair Wi-Fi problems.

Fundamentals For Wireless LAN Success
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Five Fundamentals of RF You Must Know for Wireless LAN Success

In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will explain five key fundamentals of RF behavior that will have a tremendous impact on the success of your WLAN. Learn about RF propagation and measurements in this important foundation skills webinar.

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Network Troubleshooting Basics

Many skills are common to both wired and wireless networking. In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will teach you the basics of network troubleshooting from methodology to tools.

Troubleshooting Common Wi-Fi Problems
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Troubleshooting Common Wi-Fi Problems (Part 2)

Many problems are common to Wi-Fi networks and understanding how to identify and resolve them is a key skill of a CWAP and a WLAN administrator. In this webinar, Tom Carpenter will discuss five of the most common problems and how to target them for repair.

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Troubleshooting Common Wi-Fi Problems (Part 1)

WLANs experience common problems. In fact, if you know the five common problems, their symptoms and how to resolve them, you are well on your way to fixing the vast majority of Wi-Fi issues. Learn about these five common problems in this webinar.

Wireless Protocol Analysis
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Wireless Protocol Analysis Tips

Find out how to capture 802.11 frames and what to look for as a WLAN troubleshooter. Understand the feature differences in various vendor solutions. Resolve hardware compatibility issues to get protocol analysis working right from the start.

Wireless Spectrum Analysis Tips
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Wireless Spectrum Analysis Tips

What's New Webinar
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802.11ac Frames - What's New

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Using ZeroShell in the Lab

Guest WLAN
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How to Design Guest WLAN

Design For High Density WLANs
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How to Design for High Density WLANs

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