Home Networking

Xinhua Feng, Ohio State University

Abstract

This report discusses keypoints and overviews in related home networking literature. After introduction, five specific technologies (LAN, Phoneline, Powerline, Wireless and IrDA) are reviewed. Services and other issues are also discussed. Finally there is an overview of current market players.
See also: Cable Data Networks| Residential Broadband: High-Speed Access to Home (Class Lecture by Prof. Jain) | High Speed Access From Home References| Books on Residential Broadband, xDSL and Cable Modems
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Table of Contents
  • 1. INTRODUCTION 
  • 2. MARKET AND TECHNOLOGY POTENTIALS 
  • 3. CONNECTIVITY TECHNOLOGIES 
    • 3.1 Traditional LAN 
    • 3.2 Phoneline 
    • 3.3 Powerline
      • 3.3.1 X10 Home Automation
      • 3.3.2 Intellon CEBus
      • 3.3.3 Echelon LONWorks
      • 3.3.4 Intelogis PLUG-IN
      • 3.3.5 Powerline Technologies Conclusion
    • 3.4 Wireless
      • 3.4.1 IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN
      • 3.4.2 Bluetooth
      • 3.4.3 HomeRF and SWAP Protocol
    • 3.5 IrDA
      • 3.5.1 IrDA DATA
      • 3.5.2 IrDA CONTROL 
  • 4. SERVICE AND OTHER ISSUES 
  • 5. MARKET OVERIVEW
  • 6. SUMMARY 
  • 7. LISTS OF ACRONYMS 
  • 8. REFERENCES 
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