Technology in Action- IntroductoryThis book was designed to spark reader interest by covering practical concepts that they want to learn (such as setting up a wireless network in their home) while giving background information (such as how networks function) for those interested in exploring topics deeper. This book covers the parts of the computer, tips on using the Internet, application software, system software, networking and security, and mobile computing. For anyone who uses a computer in his or her personal or professional life. |
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... wireless network ? As its name implies , a wireless network uses radio waves instead of wires or cable as its transmission media . For wireless network devices to work with other networks and devices , standards were established ...
... wireless network ? As its name implies , a wireless network uses radio waves instead of wires or cable as its transmission media . For wireless network devices to work with other networks and devices , standards were established ...
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Alan Evans, Kendall Martin, Mary Anne Poatsy. Wireless access points help relay data between nodes on wireless networks . With a wireless access point installed on Computer B , data can travel from Computer A ( in the bedroom ) to Laptop ...
Alan Evans, Kendall Martin, Mary Anne Poatsy. Wireless access points help relay data between nodes on wireless networks . With a wireless access point installed on Computer B , data can travel from Computer A ( in the bedroom ) to Laptop ...
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... wireless access point A device similar to a hub in an Ethernet network . It takes the place of a wireless network adapter and helps to relay data between network nodes . Wireless Application Protocol ( WAP ) The standard that dictates ...
... wireless access point A device similar to a hub in an Ethernet network . It takes the place of a wireless network adapter and helps to relay data between network nodes . Wireless Application Protocol ( WAP ) The standard that dictates ...
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