What is true about an infrastructure mode WLAN?

An infrastructure mode WLAN is designed to connect wireless clients to a wired network through the use of an access point. This mode is prevalent in most home and enterprise wireless networks because it allows wireless devices to communicate with not just each other but also with devices on the wired network, such as printers, servers, and internet connections.

The access point serves as a bridge between the wired and wireless networks, allowing for seamless integration and providing a single point for managing network traffic. This functionality is essential in environments where both wired and wireless devices need to interact, fulfilling data communication and resource sharing requirements.

The other options describe scenarios that do not align with the primary purpose of infrastructure mode. For instance, a WLAN that operates without an access point (an ad-hoc mode) does not provide the extended capabilities of an infrastructure setup. Similarly, claims about being limited to connecting only wireless clients or being restricted to ad-hoc networking do not reflect the flexibility and integration offered by infrastructure mode.