VoIP glossary - W

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Wide Area Network (WAN) — A WAN is a computer network spanning over a large geographic area. The most common known WAN is the Internet. WANs connect a series of LANs together providing online communication capabilities.

Wireless — A term used to describe modern connections that do not require wires. In recent years wireless technology has expanded into a variety of devices from telephones, to wireless computer keyboards and mouse, cameras and printers.

Wifi — The technology used to create Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs). Providing Internet access without the need of a physical wired connection. WiFi is transmitted on the same frequency as Bluetooth, but uses stronger signal strength. Providing a more powerful connection. In the next few years many cities plan on implementing WiFi technology across the entire city. Providing wireless Internet access everywhere you travel within the city.