The story of Wi-Fi
Find out how the major challenge with Wi-Fi of speed was solved.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 7-8, 9-10 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Article or research, Educational video |
| Format | Video |
| Core and overarching concepts | Digital systems |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
ACTDIK023
Investigate how data is transmitted and secured in wired, wireless and mobile networks, and how the specifications affect performance
ACTDIK034
Investigate the role of hardware and software in managing, controlling and securing the movement of and access to data in networked digital systems |
| Keywords | Internet, Networks, Electromagnetic radiation, Radio waves |
| Organisation | Australian Broadcasting Commission ABC |
| Copyright | 2016 ABC. May be subject to Copyright Act statutory licence. |
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