GLOSSARY 109
WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy. A shared key encryption mechanism for wireless networking. Encryption strength is 40/64 bit or 128 bit.
WiFi Wireless Fidelity. This is the certification granted by WECA to products that meet their interoperability criteria. (see also 802.11b, WECA)
Wireless Client The term used to describe a desktop or mobile PC that is wirelessly connected to your wireless network
Wireless LAN Service Another term for ESSID (Extended Service Set Identifier)
Area
Wizard A Windows application that automates a procedure such as installation or configuration.
WLAN Wireless Local Area Network. A WLAN is a group of computers and devices connected together by wireless in a relatively small area (such as a house or office).
