_______ standard is used by Wireless LAN.

Subject: Computer Networks

Topic: Review of Information Network and Technology

Options:

1. Option A: IEEE 802.3
2. Option B: IEEE 802.11
3. Option C: IEEE 802.2
4. Option D: IEEE 802.5

Correct Answer:

Option B: IEEE 802.11

Explanation:

IEEE 802.11 specifies the set of protocols for implementing Wireless LAN (WLAN). IEEE 802.3 standard is for bus networks. IEEE 802.3 standard defines the MAC layer and Physical layer of the Ethernet. Hence it forms the foundation for the specification of Ethernet protocol. IEEE 802.2 standard is used for specifying logical link control above the Data Link Layer of the OSI model. IEEE 802.5 standard is used for Token-ring topology.