Wi-Fi card

Network interface hardware

A Wi-Fi card is a hardware component that enables a computer or other device to connect to wireless networks.

It may be built into the motherboard, inserted into an expansion slot, or attached via USB.

Also called a wireless adapter or wireless network card.

I upgraded my Wi-Fi card to get better signal in my apartment.

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Hardware enabling wired connectivity

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Device state blocking wireless signals

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