WLAN alternative solutions

WLAN fallback solutions - recommendations for stable system environments

The following applies in professional IT environments:

Cable connections (LAN) are always preferable when demanding data processing or system communication takes place. They offer maximum stability, low latency times and are less susceptible to interference than wireless connections.

WLAN - not always suitable for all Hypersoft components

Hypersoft's diverse solutions also utilise system components that are not primarily designed for WLAN or that need to be viewed particularly critically in this context.

Clarification: A theoretically perfectly functioning WLAN would be sufficient - in practice, however, a 100% stable WLAN connection cannot be guaranteed.

Some Hypersoft programmes have automatic error handling for network problems. However, these mechanisms only work in clearly defined situations.

This can lead to unstable connections:

  • generate unexpected system loads

  • negatively affect other network components

  • lead to chain reactions in the system

It is therefore imperative to avoid such sources of problems in advance.

Best practice: RDP as a fallback solution in the absence of a LAN connection

If no LAN is available for certain Hypersoft components and WLAN is not recommended for stability reasons, the use of remote desktop solutions (RDP) is recommended - e.g. the integrated remote desktop of Windows.

Advantages of RDP when using WLAN:

  • Only screen and input data are transmitted via WLAN

  • Critical processes (e.g. database access) run locally on the target system

  • The RDP protocol is designed for fluctuating connections and reacts moderately to interruptions

  • The actual application remains stable and undisturbed - even in the event of WLAN interference

  • No negative effects on other Hypersoft components

Conclusion: RDP prevents unstable WLAN connections from disrupting central processes or negatively impacting the system load.

DLAN (PowerLAN) - not a recommended alternative

DLAN (PowerLAN) - i.e. data transmission via the power grid - is not a reliable replacement for a wired LAN connection.

If DLAN has to be used, RDP should also be used here as remote access technology if possible in order to decouple critical processes from the unstable transmission path.

WLAN printers - yes, but high quality please

The use of WLAN technology is generally not critical for printers, provided that high-quality devices with a stable connection are used.

Tip: Avoid inexpensive WLAN printers or those not intended for professional use - these often cause connection problems and print failures.

Summary:

  • Cable connection (LAN) is always the first choice

  • RDP is the ideal fallback solution in the absence of a LAN

  • WLAN only for suitable components - never for database servers or critical processes

  • No DLAN use without RDP protection

  • High-quality WLAN printers can be used stably

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