Eric W Geier

Fairborn, Ohio • 937-260-0286 • me@egeier.com

Computing and wireless networking freelance writer,

interested in writing and media opportunities

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Over 12 years’ personal experience and interest with technology and computers.

• Over 5 years’ professional experience in the Information Technology (IT) field, performing wireless networking research and testing, PC troubleshooting, and web development.

• Written many books and articles on general computing and wireless networking topics.

• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines as demonstrated in publications and writing.

• Exceptionally easy to work with and able to work independently.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Operating Systems: Windows 98/ME/XP/Vista, Mac OS X Tiger/Leopard

Hardware: Wireless Access Points, Routers, NICs, PC Components/Peripherals

Software: AirMagnet Survey and Analyzer tools, Ekahau Site Survey, Network Stumbler, Ethereal, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft FrontPage

Technologies and Protocols: WLAN, LAN, 802.11a/b/g, WEP, WPA, TCP/IP, DHCP

WORK EXPERIENCE

2005 – Present                              Self/Freelance                        Fairborn, Ohio            

Author/Writer

• Authored many books on general computing and wireless networking topics, published by leading consumer and technical publishers.

• Wrote numerous tutorials on wireless LAN topics for HOSO and enterprise audiences, at Wi-FiPlanet.com and SmallNetBuilder.com.

• Contributed to other writings and books, such as Wireless Networks First Step (Cisco Press, 2005) and Certified Wireless Analysis Professional (CWAP) Official Study Guide (McGraw-Hill, 2004).

Dec 2001 – Feb 2007                   Wireless-Nets, Ltd.                  Yellow Springs, Ohio

Associate Consultant

• Assisted with RF site surveys in buildings and cities, such as San Francisco, Miami Beach, and Denver, to assist in the design and planning of Wi-Fi networks.

• Analyzed 802.11 packet traces to troubleshoot Wi-Fi issues to aid electronic manufactures and developers in designing a successful product.

• Researched wireless technologies, software, and hardware to find the best solutions for the company and consulting clients.

• Developed and maintained business websites and shopping cart which brought in nearly 100% of consulting leads and sales of eLearning training courses.

• Increased company productivity by troubleshooting and fixing computing and networking issues.

EDUCATION

2003 – Present                       Sinclair Community College            Dayton, Ohio

Computer Information Systems (CIS) - Network Engineer Concentration

• More than half of required classes have been completed.

• Will obtain CCNA and Network+ certifications once degree is completed.

WRITING EXPERIENCE

Books:

• Home Networking All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies® (Wiley, 2008)

• 100 Things You Need to Know About Windows Vista (Que Publishing, 2007)

• Simple Computer Security (Wiley, 2007)

• Simple Computer Tune-up (Wiley, 2007)

• Simple Computer Transfer and Backup (Wiley, 2007)

• Wi-Fi Hotspots: Setting Up Public Wireless Internet Access (Cisco Press, 2006)

• Geeks on Call - Wireless Networking: 5-Minute Fixes (Wiley, 2005)

• Geeks on Call - PC's: 5-Minute Fixes (Wiley, 2005)

Articles/Tutorials/Reviews:

• Municipal Wi-Fi Network Surveying and Testing: Part II (Jan 2008)

• Municipal Wi-Fi Network Surveying and Testing: Part I (Jan 2008)

• Implementing Inexpensive Multiple SSID Networks: Part II (Dec 2007)

• Wi-Fi Hotspots: Setting Up Public Wireless Internet Access: Part II (Dec 2007)

• Wi-Fi Hotspots: Setting Up Public Wireless Internet Access: Part I (Dec 2007)

• Implementing Inexpensive Multiple SSID Networks: Part I (Nov 2007)

• How To Fix Your Wireless Network - Part 2: Site Surveying (Oct 2007)

• How To Fix Your Wireless Network - Part 1 (Oct 2007)

• Tips & Tricks for Wi-Fi Networking with Windows Vista (Sept 2007)

• Sharing on a Wi-Fi Network Using Windows Vista (Aug 2007)

• Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks Using Windows Vista (July 2007)

• Intro to Wi-Fi Networking Using Windows Vista (June 2007)

• Roaming to the Wrong AP (May 2007)

• Evaluating Readiness to Support Wireless LANs, Part II (Feb 2007)

• Evaluating Readiness to Support Wireless LANs, Part I (Feb 2007)

• Wi-Fi Hotspot Security: Using VPNs (Nov 2006)

• Wi-Fi Hotspot Security: Solutions for Admins (Aug 2006)

• Wi-Fi Hotspot Security: Solutions for Users (Aug 2006)

• Wi-Fi Hotspot Security: The Issues (July 2006)

• Wi-Fi Security Issues Up Close (May 2006)

• A War Driving Experience - Part II: Comparing the Results (March 2006)

• Meritech’s iSite (Feb 2006)

• A War Driving Experience - Part I: The Results (Jan 2006)

• Your SSID Isn't Hidden Forever (Jan 2006)

eLearning Courses:

• Wireless Hands-On eLearning Course (Wireless-Nets, 2003)

CERTIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATES, AND LICENSES

• Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)

• Tropos Certified Associate (TCA)

• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Amateur Radio Technical License

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

• Civil Air Patrol – The United States Air Force Auxiliary

  • Earned rank of First Lieutenant and was appointed Squadron Cadet Commander.

  • Assisted with disaster relief for Xenia, Ohio tornado in Sept. 2000.

  • Earned Cadet of the Year award in 2001 for Group VII in Ohio.