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Wireless Comparison Chart
Wireless
Technology
802.11b
802.11g
802.11a
Belkin Pre-N
Speed*
11Mbps 54Mbps 54Mbps
600% faster than
standard 802.11g*
Frequency
Common household
devices such as
cordless phones and
microwave ovens
may interfere with
the unlicensed band
2.4GHz
Common household
devices such as
cordless phones and
microwave ovens
may interfere with
the unlicensed band
2.4GHz
5GHz— uncrowded
band
Common household
devices such as
cordless phones and
microwave ovens
may interfere with
the unlicensed band
2.4GHz
Compatibility
Compatible with
802.11g
Compatible with
802.11b
Incompatible with
802.11b or 802.11g
Compatible with
802.11g or 802.11b
Coverage*
Depends on
interference—
typically 100–200 ft.
indoors
Depends on
interference—
typically 100–200 ft.
indoors
Interference range is
typically 50–100 ft.
Up to 800% wider
coverage than
standard 802.11g*
Advantage
Mature—legacy
technology
Common—
widespread use for
Internet sharing
Less interference—
great for multimedia
application
Leading edge— best
coverage and
throughput
*Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment.