What does Wi-Fi stand for?
If you're like me and still unclear on what Wi-Fi actually means beyond its basic function of connecting devices to the internet, here is a great summary. Definition Wi-Fi is a family of wireless network protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 standards. It's the most widely used computer networking technology in the world, allowing devices to exchange data through radio waves. The Wi-Fi Alliance defines Wi-Fi as any "wireless local area network (WLAN) products that are based on the IEEE 802.11 standards . However, since most modern WLANs are based on these standards, the term "Wi-Fi" is used in general English as a synonym for "WLAN". Connect to the Network A device that can use Wi-Fi (such as a personal computer, video-game console, smartphone, digital camera, or tablet can connect to a network resource such as the Internet via a wireless network access point. Such an access point (or hotspot) has a range of about 20 meters (65 feet) indoors an...