What Is Wi-Fi?

The term “Wi-Fi” was created by the nonprofit Wi-Fi Alliance, and it refers to a group of wireless networking protocols based on the IEEE 802.11 network standard. Wi-Fi has been around since the late ‘90s but has improved dramatically in the last decade.

To make the differences between each generation more apparent, the Wi-Fi alliance recently adopted a more traditional naming convention, dropping the 802.XX designation for a simplified numerical suffix. This more straightforward labeling convention (Wi-Fi 6 vs. 802.11ax) makes it easier to know what generation of the technology is being used and determine compatibility with devices that support that version.

Intel offers Wi-Fi solution for different segments:

Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) for Home

Up to 3x faster consumer connectivity, without interference. With exclusive high-speed channels that other legacy devices can’t use, Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) provides consumers the freedom to work and learn from home—and relax with smooth, high-quality streaming.

Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) for Business

Free workers from wired connections with Wi-Fi innovation that enables lower latency and up to 6x higher speeds.2 Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) offers relief from network congestion and interference with many more, exclusive, larger channels that can enhance throughput and performance.

Intel® Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) for Gaming

Win with Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) devices. The Intel® Killer™ Prioritization Engine keeps lag low by transmitting gaming packets ahead of less-critical traffic. With more 6 GHz high-speed channels, Wi-Fi 6E (Gig+) enables fast downloads without legacy device interference.