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Wi-Fi Terms It is recommended that you become familiar with the following terms as you begin to use Wi-Fi technology. Term 802.11 standard Device-to-computer or adhoc Domain Name System (DNS) Encryption Hotspots Infrastructure Definition An approved standard specification of radio technology from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) used for wireless local area networks (WLANs). A mode that does not use access points. It provides independent peer-to-peer connectivity in a wireless LAN. The way that Internet domain names are located and translated into IP addresses. It is an easy to remember name for an Internet address. Every website has its own specific IP address on the Internet. An alphanumeric (letters and/or numbers) conversion process of data primarily used for protection against any unauthorized person(s). Public or private areas where you can access WiFi service. These wireless connections can be located, for example, at a library, cyber cafe, hotel, airport lounge, or convention center. This service can be free or sometimes requires a fee. This connection mode uses wireless access points to connect to networks. 69