WLAN 802.11 b / g / n: what is it?
Regardless of whether on a tablet, smartphone or PC - when it comes to the network, the term "WLAN 802.11 b / g / n" often appears. We'll tell you exactly what that is in this practical tip.
WLAN 802.11 b / g / n: What standard does my device support?
- In the meantime, new routers and WLAN modules are being equipped with the ac standard. This is the fastest transfer rate.
- On older routers, however, you can still find the n standard, depending on the model.
- To find out which standard your device supports, it is worth taking a look at the technical specifications. You can find them in the instructions for the device.
- In the settings of the router you can also specify which standard should be used. Often there is also the "Automatic" function, which always selects the best standard.
What does WLAN 802.11 b / g / n mean?
The "Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers" published the uniform WLAN standard 802.11 b / g / n in February 1980.
- Hence the number 802 stands for the year 1980 and the month of February, which is the second month of the year.
- The letters follow behind it. These describe the respective frequency band and the speed of data transmission.
- The letters all stand for a different transmission speed. The "b" represents a 2.4 GHz band with a transmission speed of up to 11 Mbit per second.
- The letter "g" also stands for a 2.4 GHz frequency band with a transmission speed of up to 54 Mbit / s.
- In contrast, the "n" represents a 2.4 and 5 GHz band with a transmission speed of up to 600 Mbit / s.
- "Ac" offers the highest transmission rate with up to 1.3 GBit / s on a 5 GHz frequency band.
- However, this information is not binding, but depends on the respective circumstances.
Read in our next practical tip how you can improve the reception of your WLAN stick.