WLAN

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Definition

Noun: A Wireless Local Area Network; a type of computer network that connects devices within a limited area (like a home, school, or office building) using high-frequency radio waves instead of physical cables. It allows for the wireless transmission and reception of data over relatively short distances, typically a few hundred feet, and commonly uses the Ethernet protocol for communication.

Usage

The term WLAN is a technical noun used to describe the infrastructure that enables wireless internet and network connectivity. It is often used interchangeably with "Wi-Fi" in everyday language, though technically, Wi-Fi is a specific brand and set of standards for implementing WLANs.

Examples
  • The office installed a new WLAN to provide internet access throughout the building without cables.
  • To connect your laptop, you need to select the company's WLAN from the list of available networks.
  • The security of a home WLAN is crucial to prevent unauthorized access.
Advanced Usage
  • Enterprise WLAN: Refers to a large-scale, professionally managed wireless network used in businesses or campuses, featuring advanced security and management tools.
  • WLAN Controller: A centralized device used in larger WLANs to manage multiple wireless access points, ensuring seamless coverage and security.
Variants and Related Words
  • Wi-Fi (noun): A family of wireless networking protocols, based on the IEEE 802.11 standards, which is the most common technology used to create a WLAN. (Example: )
  • Wireless Network (noun): A broader term that can encompass WLANs as well as other types of wireless connections like wide-area networks (e.g., 4G/5G).
  • Access Point (AP) (noun): A hardware device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network, forming a key component of a WLAN.
Synonyms
  • Wireless network
  • Wi-Fi network (common, though technically a subset)
Related Phrases
  • Connect to the WLAN: To join a wireless network.
    • Please connect your device to the guest WLAN.
  • WLAN security: Measures taken to protect a wireless network from unauthorized access.
    • Enabling WPA3 encryption improves WLAN security.
Noun
  1. a local area network that uses high frequency radio signals to transmit and receive data over distances of a few hundred feet; uses ethernet protocol

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