Wireless Basics - D-Link M30 User Manual

Appendix A - Wireless Basics

Wireless Basics

Based on industry standards, D-Link wireless products provide easy-to-use and compatibly high-speed wireless connectivity
within your home, business, or public accessible wireless networks. Strictly adhering to the IEEE standard, the D-Link wireless
products family will allow you to access the data you want, when, and where you want it. You will be able to enjoy the freedom
that wireless networking delivers.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) is a cellular computer network that transmits and receives data with radio signals instead
of through wires. Wireless LANs are used increasingly in both home and office environments, and at public areas such as
airports, coffee shops, and universities. Innovative ways to utilize WLAN technology is helping people work and communicate
more efficiently. Increased mobility and the absence of cabling and other fixed infrastructure have proven to be beneficial for
many users.
Wireless users can use the same applications they use on a wired network. Wireless adapter cards used on laptop and desktop
systems support the same protocols as Ethernet adapter cards do.
Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to
use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A wireless router is a device used to provide
this link.
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