Networking · Introduction to Networking
Wired vs Wireless Networks
Compare Ethernet and Wi-Fi for speed, mobility, interference, and deployment.
2 min micro-lessonLesson focus
Wired vs Wireless NetworksDescribe the key ideas behind “Wired vs Wireless Networks” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.
Video resources will be added as each NEST lesson is published.Learning objective
What you will understand
Describe the key ideas behind “Wired vs Wireless Networks” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.
Key ideas
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Performance trade-offs
Try it
Recommend wired or wireless connectivity for three campus situations.
Quick recap
Compare Ethernet and Wi-Fi for speed, mobility, interference, and deployment.