From 802.11b to Wi-Fi 7: What Do Wi-Fi Numbers Mean?

Higher numbers—like Wi-Fi 6 instead of 5—usually mean faster internet, but not always. Here's how to tell them apart and which one you should choose when upgrading your network.
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Higher numbers—like Wi-Fi 6 instead of 5—usually mean faster internet, but not always. Here's how to tell them apart and which one you should choose when upgrading your network.

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