Summary

Wireless networking requires specialized distribution software, network adapters, access points, and other products. In an industry dominated by proprietary products, the establishment of uniform standards is critical for maintaining interoperability. In this hour you learned about some important standards for wireless networking, including 802.11, WAP, and Bluetooth. These standards have helped wireless networking become the revolution that it is today.

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