WiFibasert

WiFibasert is a term used to describe systems, devices, or networks that rely primarily on Wi‑Fi for communications, rather than wired Ethernet or cellular connections. In Norwegian technical discourse, it is often written as WiFi-basert and denotes a design or deployment where Wi‑Fi is the dominant transport medium for data and control messages. The term is applied to both network topology and the architecture of individual devices that include Wi‑Fi connectivity by default.

Applications for WiFibasert solutions include consumer electronics, home automation, environmental sensing, and industrial Internet of Things (IoT). Devices labeled as WiFibasert typically connect to local or enterprise Wi‑Fi infrastructure and use standard protocols from the IEEE 802.11 family, along with conventional wireless security methods and password-based access control.

Benefits of a WiFibasert approach include easy integration with existing networks, avoidance of cabling, and straightforward scalability in buildings with established Wi‑Fi coverage. It can simplify provisioning and remote management for wide deployments and leverages broad device compatibility.

Limitations and challenges include susceptibility to radio interference, variable signal strength, and shared bandwidth, which can affect latency and reliability. Security and privacy concerns are also prominent, requiring proper configuration, firmware updates, and network segmentation. Power consumption for Wi‑Fi modules and the need for adequate coverage (non-dead zones) are additional considerations.

See also: Wi‑Fi, 802.11 standards, Internet of Things, wireless mesh networks, Ethernet, cellular networks.