The SMC2862W-G is a 2.4 GHz 54 Mbps wireless USB 2.0 adapter, providing the speed, coverage, and security expected by today�s wireless users. Based on the IEEE 802.11g standard and PRISM Nitro technology, the SMC2862W-G is designed to handle bandwidth-intensive applications and is fully compatible with existing 802.11b wireless networks. The SMC2862W-G complies with USB 2.0 and is backward compatible with USB 1.1. With a USB performance of 480 Mbps (40 times the speed of USB 1.1),it takes full advantage of the 802.11g bandwidth. Its compact, sleek design makes it convenient and easy to carry. Using the new SMC2862W-G, you can simplify PC connections in the home, office or on the road. To ensure security, the SMC2862W-G supports 64-/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP), 802.1x authentication, and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA), and offers an auto-fallback feature that provides scalable connectivity under noisy environments and enables a larger wireless operating range.