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More about WiFi

Nov 4, 2004 10:54PM PST

Is WLAN 802.11b (as many of the HP Ipaqs have) the same as WiFI?

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Re: More about WiFi
Nov 4, 2004 11:04PM PST

For all intent, yes.

Bob

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Re: More about WiFi
Nov 4, 2004 11:10PM PST

So both can be used in an office with a wireless network and at local "hotspots" around my city?

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Re: More about WiFi
Nov 4, 2004 11:30PM PST

Since both are essentially the same, then yes for what Wifi hotspots allow you to use their networks.

Bob