Abstract:
Systems and methods for channel-dependent CCA thresholds to balance different use cases in wireless networks are disclosed. In one aspect a device includes a receiver configured to receive transmissions on a plurality of channels. The device also includes a processor configured to determine whether a channel is one at least a first type or a second type of channel. If the channel is the first type, the processor is configured to determine whether the channel is available based at least in part on a set of first clear channel assessment thresholds. If the channel is the second type, the processor is configured to determine whether the channel is available based at least in part on a set of second clear channel assessment thresholds, where the set of second clear channel assessment thresholds is greater than or equal to the set of first clear channel assessment thresholds.
Abstract:
Techniques for proving enterprise mode security for relays are disclosed. For example, enterprise mode security based on IEEE 802.1x is provided for relays or other similar devices to extend the coverage of access point hotspots or other similar access point use cases. According to one aspect, a relay incorporates an authentication client associated with an authentication server. According to another aspect, a four address format is employed for tunneling messages via a relay between a station and an access point. According to another aspect, a cryptographic master key associated with an access point and a station is provided to a relay to enable the relay to be an authenticator for the station.
Abstract:
Systems, methods, and devices for detecting and managing the presence of bursty interference on a wireless communication system are disclosed. One aspect of the subject matter described in the disclosure provides a method of detecting the presence of bursty interference on a wireless network. The method includes receiving, at a wireless device, a message from a transmitting device. The method further includes determining whether the message includes errors caused by bursty interference. The method further includes suspending a channel tracking when bursty interference is detected. In an embodiment the method further includes reporting bursty interference to the transmitting device when bursty interference is detected.
Abstract:
Systems and methods for wireless communication are disclosed. In one aspect, a method includes generating, by an apparatus, a first message comprising a first indicator indicating a number of beacon intervals that each have a window during which one or more devices are permitted to communicate with the apparatus; and transmitting, by the apparatus, the first message.
Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for wireless communication are disclosed. In one aspect, a method includes generating, by an apparatus, a restricted access window message indicating devices not associated with the apparatus are permitted to communicate with the apparatus during a time period defined by the message; and transmitting, by the apparatus, the generated message.
Abstract:
Systems and methods for wireless communication are disclosed. In one aspect an access point includes a processor configured to generate a message identifying a time period during which the apparatus is to communicate data with one or more wireless devices, the message further including an indicator indicating a wireless communication flow direction during the time period. The access point further includes a transmitter configured to transmit the generated message.
Abstract:
Methods and apparatus for wireless communication are disclosed. In one aspect, a method includes generating, by an apparatus, a message identifying a specific device or a set of specific devices, and generating the message to identify a time period during which the identified specific device or identified set of specific devices are permitted to communicate with the apparatus, and transmitting, by the apparatus, the generated message.
Abstract:
Systems and methods for tuning media access parameters are disclosed. In one aspect an access point includes a receiver configured to receive at least one message from a second access point. The access point further includes a processor configured to coordinate with the second access point to select a value of a medium access parameter comprising one of a carrier sense threshold and an energy detection threshold for a wireless station. The processor may generate a message identifying the value of the medium access parameter and may further comprise a transmitter connected to the processor and configured to transmit the message to the station.
Abstract:
Methods, apparatus, and computer readable medium manage the utilization of a wireless medium capable of transmitting multiple channels of data simultaneously. A plurality of messages are stored in a queue for transmission on the wireless medium. A wireless medium utilization for transmitting a first message over the multi-channel medium is determined. Each of the messages stored in the queue is delayed based at least in part on the determined wireless medium utilization. In some embodiments, a message may be delayed based at least in part on a state of a connection used by the message. For example, if the connection is in a ramp-up or slow start phase, the message may not be delayed. Messages may also be delayed based on a type of the message. For example, messages generated by interactive applications, such as web browsers or instant messaging applications may not be delayed.
Abstract:
Systems, methods, and devices for communicating packets having a plurality of types are described herein. In some aspects, the packets include a MAC header with a frame control field. The sub-fields included in a particular frame control field may be based on the type of information to be communicated to the receiving device.