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wireless technology

Abbreviation(s) and Synonym(s):

None

Definition(s):

  Technology that permits the transfer of information between separated points without physical connection. Note: Currently wireless technologies use infrared, acoustic, radio frequency, and optical.
Source(s):
CNSSI 4009-2015

  Technology that permits the transfer of information between separated points without physical connection. Wireless technologies include microwave, packet radio (ultra-high frequency or very high frequency), 802.11x, and Bluetooth.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2

  Technology that permits the transfer of information between separated points without physical connection.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 1 [Superseded]