3.1.13 - Describe the hardware and software components of a wireless network. Flashcards
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What are the hardware components of a wireless network?
A
The hardware components of a wireless network include nodes (PC, laptop, tablet, printer), Wireless Network Interface Card (WNIC), radio waves (bluetooth/Wi-Fi), and connection points like wireless access points (AP) or routers.
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What are the software components of a wireless network?
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The software components include the network operating system (with drivers), protocol stack (such as TCP/IP), and applications (such as browsers and file explorers).
