Infrastructure Basic Service Set

An Infrastructure Basic Service Set (BSS) is a type of IEEE 802.11 network comprised of both Stations and AP (Access Point) which are used for all communication within the BSS, even if the Stations reside within the same area. The process involves the Station first sending the information to the AP which in turn forwards it to the destination Station. Alternatively, should the information be destined for a wired node, the AP will forward it onto the fixed network.