[P1] Mixed mode wireless speed

[J.C. Webber III]

Signhelpers.com wrote:
> I understand that there's a problem using slower 802.1b devices in a 
> 802.11g network. Apparently the faster 802.11g devices slow to the 
> "b" speeds.
> 
> Anyone have experience with this. I understand that my Icebook can 
> only use the standard Airport card 802.11b. Will this slow down the 
> 802.11g network at my wife's office?
> 
> We're configuring the wireless net now, so tis is the time to make decisions.
> 
> Thanks.

I don't think that's the case.  I believe g devices will still speak
to other g devices at g speed, but when they speak with b devices, they
naturally will step down to b speed for that conversation.

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