An integral optimization framework for WLAN design

An integral optimization framework of WLAN design is proposed to enhance the WLAN performance from different stages of WLAN deployment. This framework mainly includes four core stages to optimize the WLAN network: a) efficient AP deployment, b) intelligent channel assignment and power control, c) load balancing across APs, and d) good WLAN management. The researchers or network administrators are provided with the state-of-the-art WLAN network optimization technology and analysis the weakness of every solution in the procedure of optimization. It is expected that it can be a good guide for the practical WLAN network optimization and can motivate further research in this area.