If a BSS is completely composed of STAs, what is the name of the BSS?

Question

Options

• AIBSS
• BESS
• CSSID
• DBSA

• A
  83% (25)
• B
  10% (3)
• C
  3% (1)
• D
  3% (1)

Explanation

Option A is correct because when a BSS consists entirely of stations (STAs) with no access point (AP) coordinating communication, it is called an Independent Basic Service Set (IBSS), which operates in ad-hoc mode where devices communicate directly with each other. Option B (ESS) is wrong because an Extended Service Set is formed by joining multiple BSSs through a distribution system, not a standalone group of stations. Option C (SSID) is wrong because it is simply the human-readable name assigned to a wireless network, not a network architecture type. Option D (BSA) is wrong because a Basic Service Area refers to the physical coverage zone of a BSS, not a configuration of devices within it.

Memory tip: The "I" in IBSS stands for "Independent" - think of it as stations that are independent of any access point, talking directly to each other like peers.

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