WLAN
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- noun
- /ˈdʌbəljuːˈɛlˌeɪˈɛn/
- Specialized
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- However, that was shot down when we realized that they use the WWAN more than a normal LAN/WLAN.
Examples
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For IEEE 802.11 (WiFi or WLAN), Motorola suggests that Microsoft is entitled to a fraction of that percentage.
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They have Verizon WWAN cards that they use when they need to, but work most of the time off of their WLAN.
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Did you know that microwaves are also emitted from phones and WLAN routers?
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I found it hard to filter multicast from the WLAN, and was surprised there wasn't a simple checkbox to disable multicast from the WiFi.
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It's true that the communication infrastructure is an obstacle for some of the jobs a smartphone can do, but there are few ways to go around: mobile-optimized websites, network proxies that compress the data, WLAN.
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A good WLAN allows multiple devices to connect to the Internet without any wires.
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Many cafes offer free WLAN for customers who want to work while enjoying their coffee.
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To set up a WLAN, you need a router that broadcasts radio signals throughout your home.
Synonyms
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A way to connect devices to the internet or a local network without wires
A system that sends data over short distances without wires, like in an office
A system that lets devices connect to the internet without wires, often called Wi-Fi
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Morphology
Etymology
WLAN is a short form of Wireless Local Area Network: Wireless means 'without wires', Local means 'nearby', and Network means 'a group of connected things'. So a WLAN is like an invisible 'net' that connects devices in a small place, such as a building, without using wires.