185 Wireless Secrets: Unleash the Power of PDAs, Cell Phones and Wireless Networks [Paperback]

Jack McCullough (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764568140 | ISBN-13: 978-0764568145 | Publication Date: May 7, 2004 | Edition: 1

Do more than you ever thought possible with wireless technology! Packed with insider tips, tricks, timesavers, and workarounds, this unique guide shows you step by step how to make the most of today's most popular wireless networks and mobile wireless devices. From planning and setting up a wireless network, to using a media hub to enjoy your music and photo collections, to designing and downloading your own logo screens and graphics, this book delivers all the secrets you need to get more done in less time, save money, and become a wireless-savvy user!

The Insider's Guide to:
* Demystifying wireless and mobile technologies (see Chapters 1 & 2)
* Planning, connecting, and extending the capabilities of your wireless network (see Chapters 3--6)
* Choosing the right mobile device and service (see Chapter 7)
* Staying connected on the road so you don't miss a beat (see Chapter 8)
* Working with mobile e-mail and messaging (see Chapter 9)
* Getting the most out of your PDA (see Chapter 10)
* Using your mobile device to find and download screen savers, games, and cool ring tones (see Chapter 11)
* Controlling your home remotely-from wireless lighting to wireless babysitter cams (see Chapter 12)
* Easy steps to securing your wireless and mobile networks from hackers (see Chapters 15 & 16)

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From the Back Cover

Do more than you ever thought possible with wireless technology! Packed with insider tips, tricks, timesavers, and workarounds, this unique guide shows you step by step how to make the most of today’s most popular wireless networks and mobile wireless devices. From planning and setting up a wireless network, to using a media hub to enjoy your music and photo collections, to designing and downloading your own logo screens and graphics, this book delivers all the secrets you need to get more done in less time, save money, and become a wireless-savvy user!

The Insider’s Guide to:

• Demystifying wireless and mobile technologies (see Chapters 1 & 2)
• Planning, connecting, and extending the capabilities of your wireless network (see Chapters 3—6)
• Choosing the right mobile device and service (see Chapter 7)
• Staying connected on the road so you don’t miss a beat (see Chapter 8)
• Working with mobile e-mail and messaging (see Chapter 9)
• Getting the most out of your PDA (see Chapter 10)
• Using your mobile device to find and download screen savers, games, and cool ring tones (see Chapter 11)
• Controlling your home remotely–from wireless lighting to wireless babysitter cams (see Chapter 12)
• Easy steps to securing your wireless and mobile networks from hackers (see Chapters 15 & 16)

About the Author

Jack McCullough is founding consultant of Razorwire Information Security Consulting. His technical expertise includes wireless and wired networks, computer security, physical security, programming, cryptography, and technical curriculum development. Jack’s background includes 10 years of experience in the IT field. He has held positions as IT director, operations manager, network administrator, programmer, and software trainer. A respected IT and security authority, he is frequently sought out for informational interviews by both broadcast and print media services.
Jack has authored books, magazine articles, and white papers on computer security, and launched www.rzrwire.com, the first computer security Web site serving the average person with limited technical knowledge. His written works have been translated into several languages.
Many universities have used his books and white papers in information security courses, as have the governments of Australia, the Peoples Republic of China, Japan, Brazil, and Taiwan. Jack continues to actively research information security, discover new ways to exploit the weaknesses in networked systems, and determine best practices that enable the average computer user to address these threats in an efficient manner.
When he isn’t writing about or researching technology, Jack teaches karate and self-defense under the watchful eye of Sensei Floyd Burk at the Alpine Karate Academy in Alpine, California, and practices writing about himself in third person.

Product Details

• Paperback: 408 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (May 7, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764568140
• ISBN-13: 978-0764568145
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #305,472 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #87 in Books > Computers & Technology > Networking > Wireless Networks

More About the Author

Jack McCullough is the founding consultant of Razorwire Information Security Consulting. His technical expertise includes wireless and wired networks, computer security, physical security, programming, cryptography, and technical curriculum development. Jacks background includes 10 years of experience in the IT field. He has held positions as IT director, operations manager, network administrator, programmer, and software trainer.

A respected IT and security authority, he is frequently sought out for informational interviews by both broadcast and print media services. Jack has authored books, magazine articles, and white papers on computer security. His written works have been translated into several languages, and many universities have used his books and white papers in information security courses, as have the governments of Australia, the Peoples Republic of China, Japan, Brazil, and Taiwan.

Jack continues to actively research information security, discover new ways to exploit the weaknesses in networked systems, and determine best practices that enable the average computer user to address these threats in an efficient manner. When he isn't writing about or researching technology, Jack teaches karate and self-defense under the watchful eye of Sensei Floyd Burk at the Alpine Karate Academy in Alpine, California, and practices writing about himself in third person.

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21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Helpful and informative for newbies and non-techies, May 5, 2004

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This review is from: 185 Wireless Secrets: Unleash the Power of PDAs, Cell Phones and Wireless Networks (Paperback)

This book covers a lot of subject matter, some of it in more depth some of it in less. The information is helpful and the author does a good job presenting the information at a level the average person can understand (no computer degree required).

I found my self saying "Aha!" more than once, there are a lot of useful facts, and some interesting insight. It helped me identify some problems with my network, (because of how I mounted my access point on the wall... problem solved) and even gave me some bargaining points when I went shopping for a new cell phone (just say no to activation fees!).

in all, this was an easy read with information that I was actually able to apply in real life, just for that I give it five stars.

6 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A good read, October 28, 2004

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Clorman Borno "robk2" (Serving Overseas) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: 185 Wireless Secrets: Unleash the Power of PDAs, Cell Phones and Wireless Networks (Paperback)

Not a bad beginner's guide. Some technology is a little dated, but useful.

4.0 out of 5 stars Wireless Secrets Revealed!, November 23, 2008

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William J. Blesener "wild will" (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 185 Wireless Secrets: Unleash the Power of PDAs, Cell Phones and Wireless Networks (Paperback)

This 379 page book, is filled with informative information from bandwith thru WiFi networks! It includes info on firewalls, secrets and hacking.
It is a must for your book shelf! wb