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13 Introduction
devolo dLAN 1200+ WiFi ac
2 Introduction
dLAN is an intelligent, secure technology that lets
you set up a home network easily, quickly and eco-
nomically via your household electrical wiring,
without the need for complex and expensive dedi-
cated cabling.
2.1 What exactly is dLAN?
dLAN ( d irect L ocal A rea N etwork) uses the house-
hold power grid to transfer data between compu-
ters equipped with suitable adapters and other
network components. As a result, any power outlet
can be used as a network access point. The data is
modulated prior to transfer and sent as a signal via
household power lines. State-of-the-art technolo-
gy ensures that the power and data networks do
not interfere with one another. Networking via
dLAN is fast and secure. The data is encrypted
using a key to prevent interception by third parties.
2.2 What is WLAN?
WLAN ( W ireless L ocal A rea N etwork) refers to the
use of radio technology to network computers and
other devices. While it is possible to wirelessly
connect computers in pairs (peer-to-peer, p2p), a
central access point is required to set up a network
of multiple devices. Such access points are fre-
quently combined in a single device with modems
for Internet access and routers to manage network
traffic.
The wireless network established by an access
point using a specific channel (from 1 to 13) and
name (SSID) has a limited range. The range of the
Fig. 1 devolo dLAN and Wi-Fi throughout the home