[Addison West]

Wi-Fi standards have evolved significantly over the years, each offering different speeds and ranges. The 802.11a standard operates at a 5 GHz frequency with a maximum speed of 54 Mbps, but it has a shorter range, making it more suitable for indoor use. On the other hand, 802.11b operates at 2.4 GHz with a maximum speed of 11 Mbps, providing better range but slower speeds. The 802.11g standard also uses the 2.4 GHz frequency but offers improved speeds of up to 54 Mbps. Moving forward, 802.11n introduced dual-band capabilities, operating on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies, and offers speeds up to 600 Mbps with better range thanks to MIMO technology. The 802.11ac standard, operating at 5 GHz, significantly boosts speeds up to 1.3 Gbps, making it ideal for activities like HD video streaming and gaming. The latest, 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), operates on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies, providing speeds up to 9.6 Gbps and enhanced performance in environments with many devices.