Wireless Technology Types Flashcards

Connecting two devices using a physical cable in order to share a network or data connection between them

An open standard based on IEEE 802.15.4 PAN that creates a mesh of wireless devices for sharing information. Often used in home automation networks.

ZigBee

Z-Wave

Often used for payments but can have other use cases. Requires proximity and line of site for devices to share data wirelessly.

Proprietary wireless standard that creates a mesh of wireless devices for sharing information. Often used in home automation networks.

NFC

Tethering

For short range direct wireless connections between smart phones, computers, laptops and other devices

Bluetooth

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