WI-FI (WIRELESS

FIDELITY)
 CONTENTS
1. Introduction
2. What is Wi-Fi
3. History
4. How Wi-Fi works
5. Advantages
6. Disadvantages
7. Conclusion
 INTRODUCTION
1. WIFI is an alternative network to wired network which is commonly used for connecting
devices in wireless mode.
2. A router is a networking device that forwards data packets between computer networks.
3. A router is connected to two or more data lines from one single network.
4. When data packets come in on one of the lines, router reads the information in the packet
to determine its ultimate destination.
 WHAT IS WI-FI?

Wi-Fi is a wireless networking technology that allows devices such as

computers (laptops and desktops), mobile devices (smart phones and
wearables), and other equipment (printers and video cameras) to
interface with the Internet. It allows these devices--and many more--
to exchange information with one another, creating a network.
Internet connectivity occurs through a wireless router. When you
access Wi-Fi, you are connecting to a wireless router that allows your
Wi-Fi-compatible devices to interface with the Internet.
 HISTORY
• Wi-Fi was invented and first released for consumers in 1997, when a committee called
802.11 was created. This lead to the creation of IEE802.11, which refers to a set of
standards that define communication for wireless local area networks (WALANs).
 HOW WI-FI WORKS?

If you've been in an airport, coffee shop, library or hotel

recently, chances are you've been right in the middle of a
wireless network. Many people also use wireless networking,
also called WiFi or 802.11 networking, to connect their
computers at home, and some cities are trying to use the
technology to provide free or low-cost Internet access to
residents. In the near future, wireless networking may become
so widespread that you can access the Internet just about
anywhere at any time, without using wires.
 ADVANTAGES
1. Expandability 

Adding new users to a Wifi network is an easy task. With the proper Wireless LAN credentials, more users
can access the Wifi network. Additionally there is no need to install any new type of equipment, all can be
done with the existing. This significantly saves time and effort of the clients.

2. Convenience 

Wireless networks allows multiple users to connect through the same network. In a fraction of seconds
without any configurations, connections can be made through the router or a hotspot technology. 

3. Mobility 

As long as you are in the range of a Wifi Access Point, your regular works from anywhere you want
especially with the mobile devices. 
 DISADVANTAGES
1. Speed 
The speed of a Wifi connections are far more slower than a wired connection (around 1-54 Mbps). That is too just
one device connected to the dedicated servers. This may look fine as long as there are few devices connected to
the network. The moment when there are more devices connected, you could experience a drastic reduction in
speed.

2. Range
Range offered by a Wifi network is limited, typically around 100-150 feet. While it is sufficient for a normal home, it can
actually be a problem for building structures.

3. Bandwidth 
Many routers only allows 30 maximum devices to be connected. The bandwidth of the Wifi network gets weaker
as you add more devices. It is solely reserved for a single user. Most often when the bandwidth gets limited users
can experience slow speeds.
 CONCLUSION
• Wireless communications has a lot of benefits and can
make the world a lot more efficient. Wireless
technology will be very important in the near future
where the need for wires connecting individual devices
seems to be coming to an end. With more research
and experiments conducted, the problems associated
with wireless communications can be reduced and
make it more significant part of the world.