What’s the difference between Internet and Wi-Fi?
Technology can be confusing for many people. And in most casual conversations, losing the distinction between the internet and Wi-Fi doesn’t present much of a problem. But there really is a difference.
If you’ve ever paused to wonder about this, let’s take a moment to break it down:
The Internet is comprised of all the data that’s shared across a comprehensive worldwide network of computers. It might be helpful to think of the internet as a large package you order from a store or business. Inside the package are all the websites you like to visit, and all the data, such as emails, texts, and cat videos that you receive.
Wi-Fi is just one of the many ways you can receive that package you ordered. If, like most people, you receive the internet wirelessly on your laptop, tablet, or cell phone—Wi-Fi is usually the way it’s delivered. In short, Wi-Fi is a wireless access point for your wireless device to connect to the internet via a radio signal. Often the Wi-Fi you use is a part of your own private home network, although you may encounter Wi-Fi access almost anywhere, such as hotels and coffee shops.
Is it possible to get the internet without Wi-Fi?
If you use a strictly wired connection, such as ethernet, network cable, or landline, that links your computer to the internet, you’ll still have access to the internet (the package you ordered), and Wi-Fi won’t play a significant role. In this situation, the device you’re using is usually meant to stay in a specific location fairly near the access line.
DataVision is here to help!
As the world speeds up, we like to keep up with it, and here at DataVision, we’re proud to provide the fastest internet and Wi-Fi available.
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