How Does Wi-Fi Wireless Internet Work?
“Wi-Fi” The term “Wi-Fi” has become synonymous with “wireless Internet,” and is a technology that enables a device such as a home computer, laptop, and even some MP3 players to wirelessly connect to the Internet. The basic setup is fundamentally simple – a source, usually a modem connected to a wireless router, broadcasts a network signal within a certain range. That signal enables any devices with a wireless card to connect to the network. The device’s wireless card converts the signal into data that can be used by the device itself. Range Wireless Internet networks that are set up for home use have a limited range compared to ones set up for commercial use. A wireless router purchased for the home can broadcast a signal of around 110 feet. This means that you could take your laptop or wireless device up to 110 feet away from the router and still pick up the wireless internet signal. Wireless networks set up for college campuses or large cities can have a signal range of up to several
