Wireless LAN (WLAN or Wireless Local Area Network)
A wireless LAN (or WLAN, for wireless local area network, sometimes referred to as LAWN, for local area wireless network) is one in which a mobile user can connect to a local area network (LAN) through a wireless (radio) connection.
TECH 101: Wireless Fidelity (802.11x standard)
A Wi-Fi network uses radio waves to wirelessly transmit information across a LAN, the reach of which can be extended by a Wi-Fi range extender. Wi-Fi is widely used in businesses, agencies, schools and homes as an alternative to a wired LAN. Many airports, hotels and fast-food facilities offer public access to Wi-Fi networks.
TECH 101: WAN (Wide Area Network)
A wide area network (WAN) is a geographically distributed private telecommunications network that interconnects multiple local area networks (LANs).
TECH 101: ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line)
ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) is a technology for transmitting digital information at a high bandwidth on existing phone lines to homes and businesses. Unlike regular dialup phone service, ADSL provides continously-available, “always on” connection.
TECH 101 Buzz Words: IoT (Internet of Things)
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of interconnected devices that may collect and send data across a wireless network without the need for human involvement.
TECH 101 Buzz Words: Smart Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0 is the current trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies.
TECH 101 Buzz Words: Cloud Computing
Cloud computing is the delivery of various services via the Internet. Tools and applications such as data storage, servers, databases, networking, and software are examples of these resources.