Question about WiFi Hardware in Macs..

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Hi,

I'm new to MacForums! I just wanted to ask you guys which one is better/faster out of these two:

'802.11n'
OR
'Built-in AirPort Extreme card (802.11a/b/g/n)'
 

Raz0rEdge

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Since the 802.11 a/b/g/n includes 802.11n, that's the "better" hardware that will allow it to connect to multiple wireless networks. The 802.11n hardware will require you have a compliant network to go..
 
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chas_m

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All 802.11n hardware in Macs that I'm aware of is AT LEAST 802.11b/g/n if not fully a/b/g/n, so I think this is a non-issue ...
 

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