2007-01-02 10:26:19 · 4 answers · asked by Janet B 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Wi-Fi (also WiFi, wifi, etc.) is a brand originally licensed by the Wi-Fi Alliance® to describe the underlying technology of wireless local area networks (WLAN) based on the IEEE 802.11 specifications. It was developed to be used for mobile computing devices, such as laptops, in LANs, but is now increasingly used for more services, including Internet and VoIP phone access, gaming, and basic connectivity of consumer electronics such as televisions and DVD players, or digital cameras. More standards are in development that will allow Wi-Fi to be used by cars in highways in support of an Intelligent Transportation System to increase safety, gather statistics, and enable mobile commerce (see IEEE 802.11p). Wi-Fi® and the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance® - the trade organization that tests and certifies equipment compliance with the 802.11x standards.
2007-01-02 10:32:47 · answer #1 · answered by just_that_guy_8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A router for wireless connection for use with laptop and such some can also be used with games such as nintendo ds and xbox.
2007-01-02 18:28:52 · answer #2 · answered by micaso1971 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is just a wireless signal transmitter which if connected to the internet will transmit a internet connection within about 100 feet of it.
2007-01-02 18:30:31 · answer #3 · answered by mybestemail69 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋