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Wi-Fi Technology
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Introduction
Purpose
The Wi-Fi Technology
Elements of a WI-FI Network
How a Wifi Network Works
Wi-Fi Network Topologies
Comparison with Bluetooth
Wi-Fi Applications
Wi-Fi Security
Advantages & Disadvantages
 Introduction.
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• Wireless Technology is an alternative to Wired Technology,

which is commonly used, for connecting devices in wireless
mode.

• Wi-Fi Network connect computers to each other, to the

internet and to the wired network.
 Purpose
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The main purposes of Wi-Fi are the following:

make access to information easier

eliminate cabling and wiring

eliminate switches, adapters, plugs, pins

and connectors
 The Wi-Fi Technology
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Wi-Fi Networks use Radio Technologies to transmit &

receive data at high speed:

• IEEE 802.11b
• IEEE 802.11a
• IEEE 802.11g
 IEEE 802.11b
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• Appear in late 1999

• Operates at 2.4GHz radio spectrum
• 11 Mbps (theoretical speed) - within 30 m Range
• 4-6 Mbps (actual speed)
• 100 -150 feet range
• Most popular, Least Expensive
• Interference from mobile phones and Bluetooth
devices which can reduce the transmission
speed.
 IEEE 802.11a
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• Introduced in 2001
• Operates at 5 GHz (less popular)
• 54 Mbps (theoretical speed)
• 15-20 Mbps (Actual speed)
• 50-75 feet range
• More expensive
• Not compatible with 802.11b
 IEEE 802.11g
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• Introduced in 2003
• Combine the feature of both standards (a,b)
• 100-150 feet range
• 54 Mbps Speed
• 2.4 GHz radio frequencies
• Compatible with ‘b’
 Basic Elements of a WI-FI Network
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• Access Point (AP) The AP is a wireless

LAN connect oneor many
-transceiveror “base station” thatcan
wireless devices simultaneously to the Internet.

• Wi-Fi cards - They accept the wireless signal and

relay information. They can be internal and external.
 How a Wi-Fi Network Works
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• Basic concept is same as Walkie talkies.

• A Wi-Fi hotspot is created by installing an access point to

an internet connection.

• An access point acts as a base station.

• When Wi-Fi enabled,device encounters a hotspot,

the device can then connect to that network wirelessly.

• A single access point can support up to 30 users.

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 Wi-Fi Applications
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• Home
• Small Businesses
• Large Corporations & Campuses
• Health Care
• Travellers
 Wi-Fi Security
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To make Wi-fi secure,there is a password required

to connect with network.
User can’t access to internet untill given password
is correct.
 Advantages
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• Mobility
• Ease of Installation
• Flexibility
• Cost
• Reliability
 Limitations OR Disadvantages
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• Low speed
• Extra power consumption
• Limited range
• Require configuration of hardware and software.
 Limitations OR Disadvantages
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• https://www.britannica.com/technology/Wi-Fi
• Extra power consumption
• Limited range
• Require configuration of hardware and software.
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