What is WLAN/Wi-Fi?
Wireless local area network (WLAN) is a network access technology becoming more common around the world. It allows users with portable computers and wireless devices to access network resources wirelessly, at home or in public spaces (public Access Zones or so-called “hot spots”) such as cafés, airports and hotels. Wi-Fi (wireless fidelity) is a de facto standard certified by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA) allowing WLANs to interoperate with other WLAN systems. Wi-Fi may sometimes be seen to be used to refer to WLAN in general.
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- What is the difference between Bluetooth wireless technologies and other technologies, such as UWB, 802.11g, 802.11a, 802.11b, WLAN, Wi-Fi, AirPort, Infrared, and ZigBee?
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