Wifi Signal Strength Using the Site Survey Method in Residential Areas/Campuses
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Keywords: Site Survey, Wireless Network, WiFi Performance, RSSI (Received Signal Strength Indicator), QoS.Abstract
This study aims to examine WiFi signal strength in residential and campus environments using the site survey method as a direct measurement approach in the field, so that wireless network conditions can be described realistically. The parameters analyzed include Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) values, inter-channel interference levels, and network performance related to Quality of Service (QoS), such as connection stability and data transfer capabilities. Data collection was carried out at a number of measurement points with varying distances from the access point and utilizing the 2.4 GHz frequency band commonly used in WiFi networks. The analysis results show that the campus environment has a more even and consistent signal distribution compared to residential areas, which is influenced by more structured network planning, proper access point placement, and a centralized network management system. Conversely, in residential environments, a greater decline in signal quality was found due to physical building factors, residential density, and the high potential for interference from other networks using similar frequency channels. These findings confirm that the site survey method plays an important role in the evaluation and optimization of WiFi networks so that wireless network design can be adapted to environmental characteristics and produce more reliable network performance.
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