Why Is the SIFS Time in the 802

question 24

Multiple Choice

Why is the SIFS time in the 802.11g standard effectively extended to 16 microseconds?

• A) for compatibility with 802.11a
• B) to account for quiet time
• C) to allow 802.11n devices on the network
• D) to achieve data rates higher than 11 Mbps

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