Understanding the Distinctions Between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi Signals
For example, in terms of client reception, one LAN cable can only be used for one computer/laptop. Meanwhile, with wireless, it can be used by many people. And of course, the effectiveness of using wireless is very good, no need to install cables.
In internet networks, this wireless technology is known as WiFi or Wireless Fidelity.
So, of course, you just know what WiFi stands for. For your information, the radiated WiFi signal has 2 frequencies, namely the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequencies.
Maybe not many people are aware of and understand this, but actually, we also need to know the difference between these two frequencies.
WiFi frequency 2.4 GHz
This is the first frequency used and introduced on WiFi networks. So it's natural that until now many devices still use WiFi networks with this frequency.
Because of the large number of users, problems or 'interference' sometimes occur. This disruption has the effect of decreasing network connection performance.
Oh yes, this frequency is not only used for WiFi signal networks. Several devices such as TV Remote (Non Infrared), Mobile Alarm Remote, Bluetooth, Routers, etc. use this frequency.
The advantage of this frequency is that it can spread the signal quite far and the signal can be strong even between the transmitter and receiving devices in different locations. For example, a wifi router in the living room, a receiving device in the bedroom.
WiFi frequency 5 GHz
Now, after the 2.4GHz frequency was widely used and has been around for a long time, a newer one emerged, namely the 5 GHz frequency. At this frequency, the data sent over this network can be greater. So if you use WiFi, the internet connection can be faster.
Just try it if you have a device that supports the 5 GHz frequency, differentiate the speed. 5 GHz will definitely be faster than 2.4 GHz.
Unfortunately, the disadvantage of this frequency is that it has shorter or less extensive coverage like 2.4 GHz. So to use a network on this frequency you have to pay attention to building conditions or other interference. And it's best not to have any interference if you don't want the signal to decrease.
The current problem is that there are still very few devices that support the 5 GHz frequency.
That's the slight difference between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz WiFi signals. Hopefully, you can get positive information from this, at least it can add to your repertoire of references. So that later when you chat with people you look smart. Haha.
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