Tech Trivia Challenge - MiFi - Tech Quiz of the Day
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Tech Trivia Challenge - MiFi



Posted by: Ivy Wigmore
MiFi, wireless LANs, ad-hoc networks, 3G, personal hotspots

Our WhatIs.com Tech Term is MiFi.

MiFi is a portable broadband wireless device about the size of a credit card that combines functions of a modem, router and access point. The device was designed to enable quick and easy local area network (LAN) setup.

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Endgadget reports on MiFi.

Novatel has more information about MiFi in its press release.

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