An IT technician is setting up a SOHO wireless router in an environment where there are already numerous other wireless networks interfering. There are reports of congestion and poor performance on networks using the 2.4GHz band. Which of the following wireless protocols should the technician employ to minimize interference and provide the fastest connection speed?
The 5GHz band is less prone to interference and congestion compared to the 2.4GHz band. Additionally, the 802.11ac protocol, which operates on the 5GHz band, provides higher throughput speed than protocols such as 802.11g, which operates on the 2.4GHz band. The availability of more non-overlapping channels on the 5GHz band makes it suitable for high-density wireless deployments where minimizing interference is critical. The other options are either incorrect frequencies for their protocols or are less capable in terms of speed and interference management.
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