5 GHz

Higher wireless frequency

5 GHz refers to a radio frequency band used primarily for wireless networking.

Wi-Fi routers often broadcast on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands—the latter offers faster speeds but shorter range: The 5 GHz network is faster but doesn't reach the basement.

The band is also used for some cordless phones and other short-range wireless devices.

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frequency · radio frequency · band · radio · signal · signal strength · dual-band · channel · interference · dead zones · spectrum · bandwidth · microwave · speed · antenna · broadcast · network · smart home

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