802.11
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What is 802.11?
IEEE 802.11 is a set of media access control (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) specifications for implementing wireless local area network (WLAN) computer communication. It is commonly used to create wireless networks in homes, offices, and public hotspots, allowing devices like laptops, smartphones, and tablets to connect to the internet without physical cables.
What other technologies are related to 802.11?
802.11 Competitor Technologies
802.16
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802.16 is WiMAX, a wireless broadband technology that can compete with 802.11 in some applications (e.g., providing internet access).
802.15.4
802.15.4 (Zigbee) is a low-power, low-data rate wireless standard that may compete with 802.11 in some IoT applications, especially where low power consumption is critical.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a wireless technology often used for personal area networks and device connectivity and can compete with 802.11 in certain applications, particularly for IoT devices with limited bandwidth requirements.
LTE
LTE (Long-Term Evolution) is a cellular communication technology that can compete with 802.11 in providing internet access, especially in mobile or outdoor environments.
3G/4G
3G and 4G are cellular communication technologies that compete with 802.11 in providing internet access, especially in mobile or outdoor scenarios.
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802.11 Complementary Technologies
802.3
802.3 is Ethernet, the wired networking standard often used as a backhaul for 802.11 wireless networks. Therefore, it complements 802.11.
QoS
Quality of Service (QoS) mechanisms are used to prioritize network traffic, benefiting 802.11 networks by ensuring critical applications receive adequate bandwidth. It complements the function of 802.11 by improving performance.
IPSEC
IPsec provides secure communication over IP networks and is often used to secure 802.11 wireless connections via VPNs. It is complementary to 802.11.
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Which job functions commonly mention 802.11?
Network Engineer
1.1% of all Network Engineer jobs mention 802.11
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Firmware Engineer
0.7% of all Firmware Engineer jobs mention 802.11
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Embedded Engineer
0.5% of all Embedded Engineer jobs mention 802.11
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Network Administrator
0.5% of all Network Administrator jobs mention 802.11
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Engineer
4600 Engineer jobs mention 802.11
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Which organizations are mentioning 802.11?
Keysight Technologies
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