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1. A wireless local area network that allows devices to connect and communicate wirelessly within a limited area.

2. A method used to scramble data using a secret code in order to protect it from unauthorized access.

3. The process of managing or controlling the flow of network traffic to improve performance, prioritize certain types of traffic, or prevent congestion.

4. A network of physical devices, vehicles, appliances, and other objects embedded with sensors, software, and network connectivity, which enables these objects to connect and exchange data.

5. The ability of a network to easily accommodate an increasing number of users, devices, or data traffic without a significant decrease in performance.

6. A networking device facilitates the connection of devices within a network, enabling the exchange of data among those devices.

7. The use of personal area networks to track and monitor fitness-related data, such as steps taken, heart rate, and calories burned.

8. Service Set Identifier, a unique name assigned to a wireless network to distinguish it from others.

9. The range of radio frequencies used for wireless communication, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

10. An interconnected system that links computers and devices together within a confined environment, such as a home or office.

11. Wearable devices that have the capability to connect to personal area networks and offer features beyond just timekeeping, such as fitness tracking, notifications, and app integration.

12. The physical or logical arrangement of devices and connections in a network is defined by the organization and structure of network components.

13. The ability of a network to prioritize certain types of traffic or data, ensuring that critical applications or services receive higher priority and better performance.

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14. Electronic devices that can be worn on the body and are equipped with wireless connectivity for personal area network use.

15. A network security device is an apparatus that monitors and filters incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.

16. The time it takes for a data packet to travel from its source to its destination, often measured in milliseconds.

17. A hardware device that allows wireless devices to connect to a wired network using Wi-Fi.

18. The use of personal area networks to enable secure and convenient mobile payments using smartphones, wearables, or other personal devices.

19. The power level of the radio signal transmitted between devices in a wireless network, measured in decibels (dBm).

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