Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN): A type of network that allows devices to connect and communicate wirelessly within a localized area such as a home, school, office, or café. The most common standard for WLAN is Wi-Fi, which uses radio waves to provide wireless high-speed internet and network connections. In a WLAN, a wireless router serves as the communication hub, transmitting and receiving data from the networked devices.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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