ITS provides 802.11b wireless connection to the State Wide Area Network (WAN) for authorized users. 802.11g and 802.11a can be provided on request. Wireless coverage is provided in locations at the request of individual agencies.

The 802.11 Wireless Network is a service for state employees and employees of local governments and organizations who travel among state facilities and work in meeting rooms and other common areas within their agency locations.

Authorized users can access the 802.11 Wireless Network at any of the access locations throughout the state. Ongoing access to the 802.11 Wireless Network is provided via the State Wide Area Network (WAN). There is no additional monthly access charge for paying WAN customers.

Agency customers may have ITS install and manage 802.11 Wireless Network access points at their locations. Agencies may also install 802.11 Wireless Network access points at their locations configured as part of the interoperable 802.11 Wireless Network. ITS provides installation and configuration instructions.

The 802.11 Wireless Network standards and configuration provide for interoperability among state employees at state facilities. The 802.11 Wireless Network standards also provide for authenticated, authorized wireless access to protect State IT resources.