Linksys WPC4400N manual Frequently Asked Questions, What is 802.11n standard?

Wireless-N Business Notebook Adapter

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I run an application from a remote computer over the wireless network?

This will depend on whether or not the application is designed to be used over a network. Consult the application’s user guide to determine if it supports operation over a network.

How will the Wireless networking technology help with my business?

Keeping your business connected in the internet and managing networking in your office without wires give you the freedom to create a dynamic office environment that changes and grows as your business needs. The Linksys Wirelees–N Business Notebook Adapter will not only let you communicate sensitive data in a wireless setting but also give you the security and management options within your monitored networks. We designed our wireless products to be simple to set up with the advances of the latest data encryption methods and Security Monitor functions. It is aimed to benefit your business from its full wireless networking while stayed protected.

What is 802.11n standard?

802.11n builds upon previous 802.11 standards by adding MIMO (multiple-input multiple-output). MIMO uses multiple transmitter and receiver antennas to allow for increased data throughput and increased operating ranges. The real data throughput is estimated to be 540Mbps which is 10 times faster than 802.11a

What is the 802.11b standard?

It is one of the standards for wireless networks. The 802.11b standard allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11b standard. The 802.11b standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 11Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.

What is the IEEE 802.11g standard?

It is one of the IEEE standards for wireless networks. The 802.11g standard allows wireless networking hardware from different manufacturers to communicate, provided that the hardware complies with the 802.11g standard. The 802.11g standard states a maximum data transfer rate of 54Mbps and an operating frequency of 2.4GHz.

What 802.11b features are supported?

The product supports the following 802.11b functions:

•CSMA/CA plus Acknowledge protocol

•Multi-Channel Roaming

•Automatic Rate Selection

•RTS/CTS feature

•Fragmentation

•Power Management

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Frequently Asked Questions