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

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

3. A group of computers, servers, and devices joined together, enabling communication and the exchange of data.

4. The use of personal area networks to track and monitor the location of individuals or objects, often used for navigation, asset tracking, or geofencing.

5. Homes that are equipped with various smart devices and appliances that can be controlled and automated through personal area networks.

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

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

8. A network that extends across a significant geographic region, linking multiple LANs or other networks.

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

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

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11. A unit of data transmitted over a network comprises a header and payload, which contain the actual information being sent.

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

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

14. A networking device facilitates data packet forwarding between computer networks, allowing devices in various networks to communicate with each other.

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

16. 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.

17. 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.

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

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