A NIC or Network Interface Card is a circuit board or chip, which allows the computer to communicate to other computers on a Network. When connected to the network, computers can share websites, files, printers and other resources. The most popular networking standard at the moment is Ethernet, which one can recognize by the rectangular connectors with eight wires in them. Wireless network with the 802.11b and the faster 802.11g standard is also increasingly popular, both at home and in the office, though it is not yet as fast as wired (ethernet) network. A public place where you can use wireless internet is called a "hot spot".
D-Link, the industry pioneer in wireless networking,introduces the DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter, part of the AirPlus XtremeG® family of 802.11g wireless networking devices. Powered by D-Link 108Mbps Technology, this 802.11g compatible device is capable of delivering maximum wireless signal rates of up to 108Mbps when connected to other D-Link AirPlus XtremeG products..
The DWL-G132 is a convenient
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wireless connectivity solution for desktop or notebook PCs. Instead of stringing Ethernet cables to your PC or dismantling your desktop computer case, the DWL-G132 enables 802.11g wireless connectivity by simply utilizing your desktop or notebook PC’s USB port.
Compact in size, robust in speed the DWL-G132 Wireless USB Adapter is great for travel and a convenient solution for providing high performance wireless connectivity to your desktop or notebook PC. Enjoy the many benefits of wireless connectivity today!
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Specs
Alternatives
Options
Bandwidth
Data transfer rate (max)
The maximum speed with which data can be transmitted from one device to another.
108 Mbit/s
Connectivity
Connectivity technology
Wireless
Interface type
USB
I/O ports
An interface on a device to which you can connect another device.
1 x 4 PIN USB Type A 1 x Radio-Ethernet
Networking
Frequency band
2.4-2.5 GHz
Networking features
Ethernet/Fast Ethernet
Spread spectrum method
OFDM, DSSS
Wireless LAN features
Indoors max range
100 m
Open space max range
400m
Antenna type
Integrated
Security
Security algorithm supported
128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, WPA
Protocols
Data link protocol
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Management features
LED indicators
Activity, Link
Environmental conditions
Operating temperature range (T-T)
0 - 40 °C
Certificates
Compliance industry standards
List of characteristics that describe methods of compliance to industry-defined standards for the product