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Ad Hoc Network

A wireless network that allows easy connection establishment between wireless client devices in the same physical area without the use of an infrastructure device, such as an access point or a base station.

Senses

Sense 1

A wireless network that allows easy connection establishment between wireless client devices in the same physical area without the use of an infrastructure device, such as an access point or a base station.

References
  • NIST CSRC GlossaryJan 05, 2026
    Ad Hoc Network
    https://csrc.nist.gov/glossary/term/ad_hoc_network
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    Source: NIST CSRC Glossary (csrc.nist.gov).