Wi-Fi
[wahy-fahy]
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Computers, Trademark.
a brand name certifying that a device or other product is compatible with a set of broadband wireless networking standards.
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Examples from the Web for wi-fi
Contemporary Examples of wi-fi
That could include private financial or personal information—like the credit-card numbers you used to pay for the corrupted Wi-Fi.
How ‘Ethical’ Hotel Chain Marriott Gouges Guests in the Name of Wi-Fi SecurityKyle Chayka
December 31, 2014
And in either case, “the significant benefit from allowing Wi-Fi hotspots outweighs these concerns.”
How ‘Ethical’ Hotel Chain Marriott Gouges Guests in the Name of Wi-Fi SecurityKyle Chayka
December 31, 2014
And, even in national parks, the hospitality industry is pushing for expanded 4G coverage and Wi-Fi access.
Well someone gave that kid a banjo and a Wi-Fi connection and told him to go to town.
More hotels—and even cruise lines—will join the 21st century and offer free Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi
noun
Word Origin for Wi-Fi
C20: from wi (reless) fi (delity)
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