Power Saving Mechanisms in IEEE 802.11u protocol
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        **Does IEEE 802.11u define new power saving mechanisms?**

        No, 802.11u primarily focuses on network interworking and does not introduce new power saving methods.

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        **How does 802.11u impact power saving in Wi-Fi devices?**

        By enabling efficient network selection and roaming, 802.11u helps devices reduce time spent searching and associating, saving power indirectly.

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        **Are traditional power saving features like Power Save Mode (PSM) still applicable in 802.11u?**

        Yes, traditional MAC-layer power saving mechanisms such as PSM remain fundamental for energy efficiency.

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        **Does 802.11u support enhanced mechanisms for devices in public networks to save power?**

        Indirectly, yes—by enabling devices to discover and select appropriate networks quickly, reducing unnecessary active scanning.

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        **What role do Access Network Query Protocol (ANQP) features in 802.11u play in power saving?**

        ANQP helps devices query network capabilities efficiently, minimizing repeated scans and preserving battery life.

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        **Can 802.11u improve power saving during roaming?**

        Yes, by enabling faster and seamless roaming, devices spend less time and energy negotiating new connections.

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        **Is power saving coordinated between client and AP in 802.11u?**

        Power saving coordination remains managed by underlying 802.11 standards; 802.11u adds network selection features but not direct power management protocols.

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        **Does 802.11u interact with IEEE 802.11e (QoS) for power saving?**

        While related, 802.11u focuses on interworking; QoS-related power saving features are handled primarily by 802.11e.

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        **How does 802.11u help reduce power consumption in dense network environments?**

        By providing better network information and selection options, it reduces the need for frequent scans and associations, saving energy.

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        **Does 802.11u require hardware changes to support power saving?**

        No, it utilizes existing hardware capabilities defined by base 802.11 standards.

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        **Can 802.11u's interworking with cellular networks aid power saving?**

        Yes, by facilitating smooth handoffs between Wi-Fi and cellular, devices can manage connections more efficiently, conserving battery.

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        **Is power saving considered in the 802.11u Access Network Discovery and Selection Function (ANDSF)?**

        ANDSF policies can help devices connect to the best network quickly, indirectly contributing to power efficiency.

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        **Are multicast or broadcast power saving improvements part of 802.11u?**

        No direct changes; these remain under traditional 802.11 power save protocols.

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        **Does 802.11u address power saving in mesh or ad-hoc networks?**

        No, it mainly targets infrastructure networks and interworking, not mesh-specific power features.

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        **How does 802.11u influence scanning behavior for power saving?**

        By providing network info via ANQP, devices can avoid unnecessary active scans, conserving power.

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        **Does 802.11u provide mechanisms to prioritize power saving during network selection?**

        It supports network selection policies that can factor power efficiency among selection criteria.

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        **Are power saving states like doze or sleep managed by 802.11u?**

        No, these are managed by underlying 802.11 power management protocols.

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        **Where can I find more details on power saving in 802.11u?**

        Refer to the IEEE 802.11u amendment documentation and related base 802.11 standards for comprehensive power saving mechanisms.


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        Topics in this section,

                * :ref:`Reference links <power_save_u_step17>`


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