WiFi refers to wireless local area network technologies based on IEEE 802.11 standards. The goal of 802.11 is to specify MAC and physical layer specifications for wireless connectivity within local areas. No license is required to use 802.11 devices in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz public frequency bands. There are two types of wireless access points: hardware access points with set network interfaces, and software access points that provide more flexibility in network types. Key features of 802.11 include supporting mobility within and between basic service sets, while addressing difficulties like hidden terminals, interference and limited spectrum. Security has evolved from weak WEP to stronger TKIP and AES encryption. Standards like 802.11b,