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In some cities, how do taxi drivers receive information about pickup and destination points?
In some cities, how do taxi drivers receive information about pickup and destination points?
- They listen to the information on a radio channel.
- They receive the information through a wireless headset.
- A central dispatcher types in the information, which is displayed on their screens. (correct)
- They receive a text message on their mobile phones.
Why is it better for the military to bring its own wireless network infrastructure when fighting a war at short notice?
Why is it better for the military to bring its own wireless network infrastructure when fighting a war at short notice?
- To save costs on setting up new infrastructure.
- To rely on existing network connections.
- To have faster internet speeds.
- To avoid dependence on local networking infrastructure. (correct)
How are fixed wireless and mobile wireless networks different?
How are fixed wireless and mobile wireless networks different?
- Fixed wireless networks are only used in offices, while mobile wireless networks are only used in homes.
- Fixed wireless networks require cables, while mobile wireless networks are cable-free. (correct)
- Fixed wireless networks have slower internet speeds than mobile wireless networks.
- Fixed wireless networks are used for desktop computers, while mobile wireless networks are used for notebook computers.
What makes installing a wireless network more convenient in homes or offices that lack suitable cabling?
What makes installing a wireless network more convenient in homes or offices that lack suitable cabling?
What type of computers are typically used in unwired buildings?
What type of computers are typically used in unwired buildings?
What is a key driver of mobile, wireless applications mentioned in the text?
What is a key driver of mobile, wireless applications mentioned in the text?
What is one reason why mobile computers are one of the fastest-growing segments of the computer industry?
What is one reason why mobile computers are one of the fastest-growing segments of the computer industry?
What technology enables many of the mobile uses mentioned in the text?
What technology enables many of the mobile uses mentioned in the text?
Why is having a wired connection impossible in cars, boats, and airplanes?
Why is having a wired connection impossible in cars, boats, and airplanes?
Which kind of wireless network provides coverage for mobile phones?
Which kind of wireless network provides coverage for mobile phones?
Where have wireless hotspots based on the 802.11 standard sprung up according to the text?
Where have wireless hotspots based on the 802.11 standard sprung up according to the text?
How can someone with a laptop computer and a wireless modem connect to the Internet through a hotspot?
How can someone with a laptop computer and a wireless modem connect to the Internet through a hotspot?
