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What is the difference between Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?
WiFi establishes a wireless network that allows computers and devices with the required wireless capacity to communicate via radio waves. Bluetooth, on the other hand, is a wireless technology that is used to connect devices in short range.

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Definition WiFi stands for Wireless Fidelity. Wi-Fi is a technology that enables devices to connect to the Internet wirelessly. Bluetooth is a wireless technology that is used to connect devices in short range.
Component WiFi requires wireless adaptor on all devices and Wireless Router for connectivity. Bluetooth requires an Bluetooth adaptor on all devices for connectivity.
Power Consumption WiFi consumes high power. Bluetooth is easier to use and consumes less power than Wi-Fi because it only requires an adapter on each connecting device.
Security WiFi is more secure than Bluetooth. Bluetooth is less secure than other wireless technologies such as WiFi.
Number of Users Wi-Fi allows more devices and users to communicate at the same time. Bluetooth restricts the number of devices that can connect at any given moment.
Bandwidth WiFi needs high bandwidth. Bluetooth has a low bandwidth.
Coverage WiFi coverage area is up to 32 meters. Bluetooth coverage area is about 10 meters.
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