Wi-Fi & Networking Wi-Fi & Networking - Basic Information
What is Wi-Fi?
It's the most popular wireless standard, and comes in 802.11a, b and g varieties. 802.11 g is the most comptible with most networks and hotspots.
What's a hotspot?
Wi-Fi hotspots are locations, like a coffee shop or airport, where you can access the Net if you have a Wi-Fi-enabled computer or PDA. Most are pay-per-use.
What’s a Wi-Fi router?
It's a device that's part of a home or business wireless network that connects computers to share a Net connection, a printer, and more.
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