D-Link DWA-182 - Applications of Wireless Networks

47D-Link DWA-182 User Manual
Appendix A - Wireless Basics
Where is wireless used?
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so popular that more and more public facilities now provide wireless access to attract people. The wireless connection in public
places is usually called “hotspots”.
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Centralize your router or Access Point
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Eliminate Interference
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Security
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