Chapter 4

1: What form factors are common for wireless PAN radio cards?
A1: Answer: PC Card and CF.
2: What application can strongly benefit through the use of a wireless USB adapter (also referred to as a wireless dongle)?
A2: Answer: Any application that can benefit from interfacing with a PC or laptop through the USB port, such as PDA, wireless mouse, and wireless digital camera for synchronization purposes.
3: When would the use of a wireless PAN router make sense?
A3: Answer: For applications limited to the size of a room, such as in homes and small offices.
4: What is the general maximum coverage area of a wireless PAN?
A4: Answer: Within 30 feet, such as within a room.
5: Which IEEE standards group uses Bluetooth as the basis for the standard? ...

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