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    Dec 5, 2010, 09:35 PM
    Is Built-in high-speed wireless LAN the same thing as WIFI ?
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    Dec 6, 2010, 12:23 AM

    The built-in wireless LAN is the capability to connect to a network via a wireless router or access point. Essentially WiFi is referred to as a public wireless network.

    So yes they are kind of the same thing. WLAN is referred to as a private home/work network while WiFi refers to public accessible network!

    In essence they are both wireless network types.
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    Dec 6, 2010, 05:05 AM

    It would help if you gave us the context of where you saw that, but generally it would describe WiFi.
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    Dec 6, 2010, 06:44 AM

    If you're asking if you have the capabilities of connecting to a Wi-Fi hotspot then I would say most likely yes. If you can connect to a WLAN then you can connect to Wi-Fi (assuming it's open to the public and/or you have credentials if required)

    What is the reason you ask?
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