Ad hoc network
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-000023
A temporary, decentralized wireless network established directly between devices without the need for a central router or access point. Devices communicate peer-to-peer, forming a self-organizing and self-configuring network. This type of network is often used for quick data sharing between a small number of devices in close proximity.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-000023 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Technical |
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