Performance evaluation of a WISP for the 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz bands supported in a factorial model

Abstract

The wireless networks supported in the 802.11 standard play an important role in the field of connectivity, due to the benefits related to mobility, availability, speed and low cost of implementation. This study aims to experimentally find the factors that affect the performance of a WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) based on the 802.11 standard. In the proposed scenario, the behavior of the Throughput and delays in the transmission processes were analyzed based on factors such as frequency, distance and the number of stations connected to the Access point under study. In the results obtained, it was possible to demonstrate the levels of influence that the factors mentioned above reflected in relation to the performance of the link and the available bandwidth. The proposed model can be considered as an excellent tool for the analysis of future works related to the design of WISP.