dual band

Twin frequency capability

Dual band describes electronic devices, especially routers and phones, that operate on two different frequency ranges.

A dual-band router broadcasts WiFi on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies, letting users choose between longer range and faster speed: The dual-band router handles streaming on 5 GHz while smart home devices use 2.4.

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signal · signal strength · network · modem · connectivity · spectrum · radio · channel · gigahertz · transmission · hotspot · reception · interference · dead zones · broadcast · wavelength · mesh · home network

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frequency band count

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Three-frequency operation

spectral capability

dual bandnarrowband

Limited frequency transmission

broadband · wideband

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