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Wireless LANs

A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) enables devices to connect without physical cables using radio waves, allowing for mobility and ease of installation. Key features include flexibility, scalability, high-speed performance, and security, although they are more vulnerable to attacks than wired networks. WLANs are particularly beneficial in environments where mobility and easy access are essential.

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Wireless LANs

A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) enables devices to connect without physical cables using radio waves, allowing for mobility and ease of installation. Key features include flexibility, scalability, high-speed performance, and security, although they are more vulnerable to attacks than wired networks. WLANs are particularly beneficial in environments where mobility and easy access are essential.

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Wireless LANs

A Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) is a type of network that allows devices to connect
and communicate without needing physical cables. WLANs use radio waves to send data
between devices, making it easy for users to connect to the network from various locations
within a building or area covered by the wireless signal.

Key Features of Wireless LANs:


1. Mobility: Mobility means that devices can connect to a network without needing a physical
cable. This lets users move freely while staying connected, giving them flexibility to work
or communicate from different locations without losing connection.
2. Ease of Installation: No need for extensive cabling, making setup faster and often cheaper
compared to wired networks.
3. Flexibility: Devices can be added or removed without much reconfiguration, making it easy
to expand or shrink the network.
4. Scalability: WLANs can be scaled to cover small areas, like a room, or larger areas, like an
entire building, by using multiple access points.
5. Speed and Performance: Modern WLANs (like Wi-Fi 6) offer high-speed data
transmission, though still generally slower than wired connections.
6. Security: WLANs use encryption protocols, like WPA2 or WPA3, to protect data, but they
are more vulnerable to attacks compared to wired LANs if not properly secured.
7. Interference: Wireless signals can be affected by physical obstructions (walls, furniture)
and other devices using the same frequency, which can impact performance.
8. Multiple Device Connectivity: WLANs support multiple devices connected at once,
allowing many users to share the same network simultaneously.
In summary, WLANs provide a convenient and flexible way to set up a network, especially useful
in settings where mobility and ease of access are important.

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