Why Not Use 802.11? (cont.)

The protocols have problems scaling.
- Companies like Etherlinks are trying to solve it.
- Modifications to the standards will help minimize interference (ie. Automatic Power Control and frequency selection)
Outdoor deployment requires RF engineering knowledge to minimize interference issues.
Other regulatory issues one may have to deal with for outdoor deployment.
- Radio Frequency Radiation standards
- Local ordinances for antennas
Security – (more later on)

The protocols have problems scaling.