A joint framework of passive monitoring system for complex wireless networks

Boaz Benmoshe, Eyal Berliner, Amit Dvir, Aharon Gorodischer

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Abstract

Monitoring and analyzing wireless networks for network structure and behavior is a complex task. Such monitoring often requires creating extra traffic, dedicated hardware and a prior knowledge of the network components and structure. In this paper we present a novel approach for monitoring large and complex wireless networks, fast deployed which operate seamlessly and in real time. The suggested framework uses few passive sniffers in order to sample the WiFi communication in the air per packet and have an extended cover range due to overhearing abilities. This monitoring system requires no prior knowledge of the network structure. We have designed, implemented and deployed such a passive monitoring system and used it to monitor the campus WLAN network (Wi-Fi). Experimental results show that the suggested framework is highly applicable for unmanaged and partly managed wireless networks such as Ad-hoc, first responders, self deployed and any highly dynamic network.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2011 IEEE Consumer Communications and Networking Conference, CCNC'2011
Pages55-59
Number of pages5
DOIs
StatePublished - 2011
Event2011 IEEE Consumer Communications and Networking Conference, CCNC'2011 - Las Vegas, NV, United States
Duration: 8 Jan 201111 Jan 2011

Publication series

Name2011 IEEE Consumer Communications and Networking Conference, CCNC'2011

Conference

Conference2011 IEEE Consumer Communications and Networking Conference, CCNC'2011
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLas Vegas, NV
Period8/01/1111/01/11

Keywords

  • Wi-Fi deployment
  • cognitive radio
  • passive sniffing
  • real time monitoring wireless networks

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