wireless local area network

/ˌwaɪərləs ˌloʊkəl ˌɛriə ˌnɛtˈwʌrk/
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Definitions of wireless local area network
  1. noun
    a local area network that uses high frequency radio signals to transmit and receive data over distances of a few hundred feet; uses ethernet protocol
    synonyms: WLAN, Wi-Fi, WiFi, wireless fidelity
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    type of:
    LAN, local area network
    a local computer network for communication between computers; especially a network connecting computers and word processors and other electronic office equipment to create a communication system between offices
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