IEEE 802.11t
802.11 is a set of
IEEE standards that govern wireless networking transmission methods. They are commonly used today in their
802.11a,
802.11b, and
802.11g versions to provide wireless connectivity in the home, office and some commercial establishments.
The
IEEE 802.11T is also referred to as the Wireless Performance Prediction (WPP) - test methods and metrics recommendation. Given the complexity of the
IEEE 802.11 family of protocols, a test specification is particularly important so that products specifications and performance can be ascertained. The capital T in the name shows this is a "recommended practice" and not a
standard.
The goal of the 802.11T project is to provide a set of measurement methods, performance metrics, and test recommendations that enable manufacturers, independent test labs, service providers, and end users to measure the performance of
IEEE 802.11 standard equipment and networks.
Status
The project is scheduled for completion in
January 2008*
Status of the project 802.11TIEEE Task Group TGT
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Metrics and Methods Bring VoWLAN SuccessFanny Mlinarsky
Electronic Design March 2005
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Wi-Fi MetricsFanny Mlinarsky
Test and Measurement World October 1, 2004
