If the terminal supports both 5GHz and 2.4GHz functions, the AP can configure and control such terminals to access 5GHz preferentially.

Question

Options

• ATrue
• BFalse

• A
  82% (27)
• B
  18% (6)

Explanation

Option A is correct because modern wireless access points support a feature called band steering, which allows the AP to detect client device capabilities and actively guide dual-band terminals toward the 5GHz band. The 5GHz band offers higher throughput and reduced interference compared to the congested 2.4GHz band, so preferring it for capable devices improves overall network performance. The AP achieves this through mechanisms like withholding 2.4GHz probe responses or using vendor-specific protocols to push compatible clients to 5GHz.

Option B is incorrect because this is a well-established wireless LAN feature present in enterprise and consumer Wi-Fi systems, not a theoretical or disabled capability.

Memory tip: Think of the AP as a traffic officer who knows which cars (terminals) can handle the highway (5GHz) and directs them there, keeping slower roads (2.4GHz) free for devices that cannot go faster.

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