Wireless failover is an automated function in telephone networks and
computer networks where a standard hardwired connection is switched to a
redundant wireless
Wireless communication (or just wireless, when the context allows) is the transfer of information between two or more points without the use of an electrical conductor, optical fiber or other continuous guided medium for the transfer. The most ...
connection upon failure or irregular closure of a default hardwired connection or component in the network such as a
router,
server
Server may refer to:
Computing
*Server (computing), a computer program or a device that provides functionality for other programs or devices, called clients
Role
* Waiting staff, those who work at a restaurant or a bar attending customers and su ...
, or
computer
A computer is a machine that can be programmed to Execution (computing), carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations (computation) automatically. Modern digital electronic computers can perform generic sets of operations known as C ...
.
Wireless failover is a
business continuity
Business continuity may be defined as "the capability of an organization to continue the delivery of products or services at pre-defined acceptable levels following a disruptive incident", and business continuity planning (or business continuity a ...
function. That is, it allows businesses to continue operations even in the event of a network failure. In
retail
Retail is the sale of goods and services to consumers, in contrast to wholesaling, which is sale to business or institutional customers. A retailer purchases goods in large quantities from manufacturers, directly or through a wholesaler, and t ...
, wireless failover is typically used when a standard connection for a
point of sale
The point of sale (POS) or point of purchase (POP) is the time and place at which a retail transaction is completed. At the point of sale, the merchant calculates the amount owed by the customer, indicates that amount, may prepare an invoice f ...
credit card machine fails. In this instance, the wireless failover allows business transactions to continue to be processed, ensuring business continuity.
Infrastructure
Wireless failover solutions are offered in different forms. A radio may be installed into the network. Examples of this may include a 3G or 4G network connection. Additionally, 3G or 4G network cards may be used. Also, a router may be used with an
Ethernet
Ethernet () is a family of wired computer networking technologies commonly used in local area networks (LAN), metropolitan area networks (MAN) and wide area networks (WAN). It was commercially introduced in 1980 and first standardized in 198 ...
connection.
References
{{Reflist
Telecommunications