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Wi-Fi, short for Wireless Fidelity, is wireless technology that allows free roam browsing of the internet. Wi-Fi is owned by Wi-Fi Alliance and was created by InterBrand. The technology used by Wi-Fi allows signals to be transmitted by use of radio waves. Wi-Fi uses wireless local area network devices to to work.

The basics of Wi-Fi technology has been around since 1985 but has only recently began to effect everyday life for individuals. In the not too distant future most cities will had Wi-Fi throughout them. Wi-Fi will has all ready effected the way business can be done and will continue to have effects. HowStuffWorks.com has a great article about the basics about and how to make your own Wi-Fi network.

A Linksys router used to allow a wireless internet connection