Summary: <br> Wi-Fi has always been important. People are mobile and it seems as though any issue gets pinned on Wi-Fi. <br> <br> <br> <br> That’s why this year it is your time to get into Wi-Fi, learn the fundamentals, and become the Wi-Fi expert at your workplace.<br> <br> <br> <br> In this episode, we’re going to discuss how to get started and what to do first. We then talk about training, which you can get from <a href="https://wifitraining.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WiFi Training</a> and even our <a href="https://courses.cleartosend.net" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">course</a> site.<br> <br> <br> <br> Next, there are certifications. Do they matter today? Which Wi-Fi specific IT certification should you start with?<br> <br> <br> <br> In addition to training and certifications, there are various books to add to your bookshelf. Such as the <a href="https://amzn.to/3r0W84k" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CWNA Study Guide</a>, <a href="https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9363693" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">802.11 Standard</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/34Cor1x" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Next Generation Wireless LANs: 802.11n and 802.11ac</a>, and <a href="https://amzn.to/3Ggeg0w" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">802.11 Wireless Networks</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br> Some of the blogs you can follow include:<br> <br> <br> <br> * <a href="https://semfionetworks.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">SemFioNetworks.com</a>* <a href="https://gjermundraaen.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">gjermundraaen.com</a>* <a href="https://mrncciew.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">mrncciew.com</a><br> <br> <br> <br> Listen to the episode today and let us know what you think in the comments below.<br> <br> <br> <br> Here are some links to episodes about tools:<br> <br> <br> <br> * <a href="https://www.cleartosend.net/handheld-wifi-tools-netally/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CTS 244: Handheld Wi-Fi Tools with NetAlly</a>* <a href="https://www.cleartosend.net/wireless-frame-captures-windows/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CTS 125: 802.11 Frame Captures on Windows</a>* <a href="https://www.cleartosend.net/capturing-wireless-frames-mac/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CTS 121: Capturing Wireless Frames with a Mac</a>* <a href="https://www.cleartosend.net/cts-189-winfi-the-new-windows-wi-fi-scanner/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CTS 189: WinFi – The New Windows Wi-Fi Scanner</a>* <a href="https://www.cleartosend.net/cts-047-troubleshooting-wifi-wireshark/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CTS 047: Troubleshooting WiFi With Wireshark</a>* <a href="https://www.cleartosend.net/best-wifi-apps-for-macos/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CTS 247: The Best Wi-Fi Apps for MacOS</a><br> <br> <br> <br> <br>
