3.1.13 - Describe the hardware and software components of a wireless network.

Question 1

State 4 hardware components of a wireless network.

Answer 1

1) Node, e.g. PC, laptop, tablet or printer.
2) Wireless network interface card (WNIC).
3) Radio waves (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi).
4) Connection point, e.g. wireless access point or router.

Question 2

State 3 software components of a wireless network.

Answer 2

1) Network OS (with drivers).
2) Protocol stack (TCP/IP).
3) Applications, e.g. browsers or file explorers.