What is Wireless LAN?

Wireless LAN (WLAN) is a wireless computer network that links two or more devices using wireless communication to form a local area network (LAN) within a limited area such as a home, school, computer laboratory, office building, or hospital. WLANs are commonly used to provide network access to devices like laptops, smartphones, and smart TVs without the need for physical cables. They use radio waves, typically Wi-Fi, to transmit data between devices and a central access point, which is usually connected to the internet.