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Enter a keyword...   ...or choose a category. choose one... Communications Computer Industry Companies Computer Science Data Graphics Hardware Internet and Online Services Mobile Computing Multimedia Networks Operating Systems Programming Software Standards Types of Computers World Wide Web   802.11x Last modified: Tuesday, August 26, 2008  The term used to describe the family of 802.11 specifications developed by the IEEE for wireless LAN technology. 802.11 specifies an over-the-air interface between a wireless client and a base station or between two wireless clients. See 802.11 for a complete overview of the 802.11x family of specifications. Also see the "Wireless LAN Standards chart" in the Quick Reference section of Webopedia. See also "How Wireless Networks Work" in the Did You Know... section of Webopedia.   IEEE home page The IEEE home page offers information on the organization, member services, publications, technical societies, and student activities. Did You Know... How Wireless Networks Work A wireless network or Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) serves the same purpose as a wired one . to link a group of computers. Because "wireless" doesn't require costly wiring, the main benefit is that it's generally easier, faster and cheaper to set up. Webopedia's Quick Reference Section Use this Webopedia reference section for information on common Internet and computer facts and occurrences. Wi-Fi Planet 802.11 news, commentary and information. Related Categories Communications Standards Wireless Computing Related Terms 802.11 802.11a 802.11b 802.11e 802.11g 802.11n 802.1x 802 11x Products : Top Store Offers: Melrose Stamp Co  6.79The Ideal 100 Stamp Model has an Impression Area of: .75" x 2.38" (20 mm x 61 mm) Stamper can be re-inked ... Epson  14.99 Phantom Scales  114.75Ohaus SD35 is an affordable bench scale with basic weighing and dynamic weigh modes. It is capable of weighing in pounds or kilograms and features a ... Crutchfield  6.9920 Sheets Borderless Includes 20 specially coated sheets of 4" x 6" photo paper, for use with compatible Canon inkjet photo printers iAllergy  14.99The Filtrete Ultra Allergen Reduction Filter 18"x24"x1" from 3M features improved filter efficiency through electrostatically charged fibers, superior... Compare all matches: 0 Store Offers