WiFi is like having a radio that lets your phone or computer talk to the internet without wires.
Imagine you're playing with building blocks, and you want to tell your friend what color block they should pick next. Instead of shouting across the room, you could use a special kind of radio, that's like how WiFi works! Your router is like the person who sends out messages, and your phone or computer listens for those messages using WiFi.
How the message travels
Your router uses signals, which are invisible waves, to send information. These signals travel through the air, just like sound waves do when you speak. When your phone or computer gets those signals, it understands them, kind of like how you understand what your friend says when they talk to you.
How you get online
When you tap on a website, your phone sends back a message using WiFi, and the internet replies with more messages that go through the air. It’s like having a chat with someone across the room, but instead of talking, you’re sending pictures, videos, or even games!
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See also
- Who is Dual Band WiFi?
- Vint Cerf explains...Who runs the Internet's address book?
- How WiFi and Cell Phones Work | Wireless Communication Explained?
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