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220-801 Question #577: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is A: 802.11a. IEEE 802.11a operates exclusively in the 5 GHz frequency band, unlike 802.11b and 802.11g which use 2.4 GHz.

Question

Which of the following wireless protocols c range ONLY?

Options

  • A802.11a
  • B802.11b
  • C802.11g
  • D802.11n

Explanation

IEEE 802.11a operates exclusively in the 5 GHz frequency band, unlike 802.11b and 802.11g which use 2.4 GHz.

Common mistakes.

  • B. 802.11b operates exclusively at 2.4 GHz, not 5 GHz.
  • C. 802.11g also operates at 2.4 GHz and is backward-compatible with 802.11b.
  • D. 802.11n is a dual-band standard capable of operating at both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz simultaneously.

Concept tested. IEEE 802.11a 5 GHz exclusive frequency band

Reference. https://standards.ieee.org/ieee/802.11a/1040/

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