Wifidekking

Wifidekking, or Wi‑Fi coverage, refers to the extent and quality of a wireless local area network's signal within a given area and the ability of devices to connect to the network from various locations. Effective coverage is typically described by signal strength, reliability, and achievable data rates across different parts of a building or outdoor area. Coverage can be represented with maps or measurements such as RSSI or throughput, and it may vary by time and network load.

Several factors influence wifi coverage. Distance from the access point, walls and building materials, and other physical obstructions reduce signal strength. Radio interference from neighboring networks, appliances, and metal structures can also degrade performance. The choice of frequency band (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and newer 6 GHz), channel selection, and router features such as beamforming or MU‑MIMO affect how well a signal covers an area. The number of devices and their data needs can impact perceived coverage, especially in crowded environments.

Common approaches to improve coverage include optimal placement of a router or access point (central and elevated locations, minimal obstructions), using multiple access points, or deploying a mesh Wi‑Fi system for seamless coverage across larger spaces. For longer reach, 2.4 GHz bands offer greater range at the expense of speed, while 5 GHz (and 6 GHz) provides higher speeds with shorter reach. Outdoor coverage may require weather‑rated equipment and line‑of‑sight setups.

Wifidekking encompasses consumer and enterprise solutions, from single routers to complex mesh or controller‑based networks. See also Wi‑Fi standards (IEEE 802.11) and mesh networking.