802.11bn - Basics ==================== .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What is IEEE 802.11bn?** 802.11bn is a wireless networking standard designed as an enhancement to 802.11n, primarily operating in the 5 GHz band with improvements in throughput, range, and multi-user performance. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **When was 802.11bn ratified?** 802.11bn is a draft or proposed amendment intended to improve upon 802.11n capabilities; it has not been fully ratified as a standalone standard. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What frequency does 802.11bn use?** 802.11bn operates mainly in the 5 GHz unlicensed radio frequency band. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What is the maximum data rate of 802.11bn?** The maximum theoretical data rate can exceed 600 Mbps, depending on MIMO configuration and channel bonding. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What modulation technique does 802.11bn use?** It uses OFDM with advanced MIMO and coding techniques to maximize throughput and reliability. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What is the range of 802.11bn compared to 802.11n?** 802.11bn offers similar or improved range compared to 802.11n in the 5 GHz band, benefiting from improved antenna and coding technologies. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Is 802.11bn compatible with 802.11n?** Yes, 802.11bn is designed to be backward compatible with 802.11n devices operating in the 5 GHz band. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What channel width does 802.11bn use?** Supports 20 MHz and 40 MHz channel widths, enabling higher bandwidth communication. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Does 802.11bn support MIMO?** Yes, MIMO is a core technology in 802.11bn, allowing multiple spatial streams. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Is 802.11bn suitable for crowded environments?** Yes, it includes improvements to reduce interference and increase efficiency in dense deployments. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Does 802.11bn support QoS?** Yes, it supports enhanced QoS features inherited from earlier amendments like 802.11e. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Which OSI layer does 802.11bn operate at?** Operates at Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) and Layer 1 (Physical Layer). .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What encryption protocols are supported by 802.11bn?** Supports WPA2, WPA3, and other modern encryption protocols depending on device firmware. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Is 802.11bn widely used today?** As a draft or proposed enhancement, it is not widely implemented but may influence future Wi-Fi standards. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **What types of devices will use 802.11bn?** Future routers, access points, laptops, and devices targeting high-speed 5 GHz wireless connectivity. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Can 802.11bn be used for VoIP or video streaming?** Yes, with high throughput and QoS support, it is well suited for real-time multimedia. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **How many non-overlapping channels are available in 802.11bn?** Typically up to 23 non-overlapping 20 MHz channels in the 5 GHz band depending on region. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Was 802.11bn popular when first released?** Being a draft enhancement, it has not been officially released or widely adopted. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Does 802.11bn support dual-band operation?** It primarily targets the 5 GHz band but may be included in dual-band devices alongside other standards. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow **Where can I find the 802.11bn specification?** The specification is available in IEEE draft documents and working group materials as it is a proposed amendment. .. panels:: :container: container pb-4 :column: col-lg-12 p-2 :card: shadow Topics in this section, * :ref:`Learnings in this section <802_11bn_step1>` * :ref:`Terminology <802_11bn_step2>` * :ref:`Version Info <802_11bn_step3>` * :ref:`802_11bn Version&IEEE Details <802_11bn_step4>` * :ref:`802_11bn Basic Setup on Ubuntu using IPv4 <802_11bn_step5>` * :ref:`802_11bn Basic Setup on Ubuntu using IPv6 <802_11bn_step6>` * :ref:`Reference links <802_11bn_step16>` .. _802_11bn_step1: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: Learnings in this section * In this section, you are going to learn .. _802_11bn_step2: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: Terminology * Terminology .. _802_11bn_step3: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: Version Info * Version Info .. _802_11bn_step4: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: 802.11bn Version&RFC Details * rfc details .. _802_11bn_step5: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: 802.11bn Basic Setup on Ubuntu using IPv4 * setup .. _802_11bn_step6: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: 802.11bn Basic Setup on Ubuntu using IPv6 * setup .. _802_11bn_step16: .. tab-set:: .. tab-item:: Reference links * Reference links