WPAN

WPAN, or Wireless Personal Area Network, is a type of wireless computer network for data or communication that covers relatively small areas such as a room, office, or even an entire building. Though typically used in consumer applications and devices, WPAN is also applicable for commercial and industrial purposes, such as creating a secure workplace environment or providing a remote internet connection. The network typically uses short-distance standards such as Low-Power Radio Frequency (LPWRF) technology, typically at a range of less than 10 meters, or Bluetooth meaning it can provide high volume, low speed data transfers.

WPAN implementations are generally made up of two devices, a sensor or transmitter, and a receiver. The sensor collects data from the environment which is then transmitted to the receiver. This data can include audio, video, or other type of data, depending on the purpose of the network. The receiver then processes the information and can communicate it back to the transmitter or to another device on the same network.

An example of a WPAN would be a home wireless network, whereby a laptop connected to the same network is able to transmit and receive data from a printer located in the same room. This means that the printer, laptop, and any other devices on the same network can interact with each other without the need for additional cabling.

Overall, WPANs offer cost-effective solutions for mobile ad-hoc networking, allowing devices to interact and exchange data without cables or wires. Additionally, WPANs are much less vulnerable to external threats, as their short range of 10 meters or less means they have more secure infrastructure than other wireless networks such as Wifi, making them a reliable source of secure data transmission.