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-//Near-field communication// (**NFC**) is a set of communication protocols that enables communication between two electronic devices over a distance of 4 cm (1+1⁄2 in) or less. NFC offers a low-speed connection through a simple setup that can be used for the bootstrapping of capable wireless connections. Like other proximity card technologies, NFC is based on inductive coupling between two electromagnetic coils present on a NFC-enabled device such as a smartphone. NFC communicating in one or both directions uses a frequency of 13.56 MHz in the globally available unlicensed radio frequency [[com:ism_band|ISM]] band, compliant with the ISO/IEC 18000-3 air interface standard at data rates ranging from 106 to 848 kbit/s.+//Near-field communication// (**NFC**) is a set of communication protocols that enables communication between two electronic devices over a distance of 4 cm (1+1⁄2 in) or less. NFC offers a low-speed connection through a simple setup that can be used to bootstrap capable wireless connections. Like other proximity card technologies, NFC is based on inductive coupling between two electromagnetic coils present on an NFC-enabled device such as a smartphone. NFC communicating in one or both directions uses a frequency of 13.56 MHz in the globally available unlicensed radio frequency [[com:ism_band|ISM]] band, compliant with the ISO/IEC 18000-3 air interface standard at data rates ranging from 106 to 848 kbit/s.
  
-The NFC Forum has helped define and promote the technology, setting standards for certifying device compliance. Secure communications are available by applying encryption algorithms as is done for credit cards and if they fit the criteria for being considered a personal area network.+The NFC Forum has helped define and promote the technology, setting standards for certifying device compliance. Secure communications are available by applying encryption algorithms, as is done for credit cards, if they fit the criteria for being considered a personal area network.
  
 ===== NFC standards ===== ===== NFC standards =====
-NFC standards cover communications protocols and data exchange formats and are based on existing radio-frequency identification ([[com:basic_rfid|RFID]]) standards including ISO/IEC 14443 and FeliCa. The standards include ISO/IEC 18092 and those defined by the NFC Forum. In addition to the NFC Forum, the **GSMA group** defined a platform for the deployment of GSMA NFC Standards within mobile handsets. GSMA's efforts include Trusted Services Manager, Single Wire Protocol, testing/certification and secure element. NFC-enabled portable devices can be provided with application software, for example to read electronic tags or make payments when connected to an NFC-compliant system. These are standardized to NFC protocols, replacing proprietary technologies used by earlier systems.+NFC standards cover communications protocols and data exchange formats and are based on existing radio-frequency identification ([[com:basic_rfid|RFID]]) standards, including ISO/IEC 14443 and FeliCa. The standards include ISO/IEC 18092 and those defined by the NFC Forum. In addition to the NFC Forum, the **GSMA group** defined a platform for deploying GSMA NFC Standards within mobile handsets. GSMA's efforts include Trusted Services Manager, Single Wire Protocol, testing/certification, and secure element. For example, NFC-enabled portable devices can be provided with application software to read electronic tags or make payments when connected to an NFC-compliant system. These are standardized to NFC protocols, replacing proprietary technologies used by earlier systems.
  
 ===== NFC wireless charging (WLC) ===== ===== NFC wireless charging (WLC) =====
-Near-field communication (NFC) technology not only supports data transmission but also enables wireless charging, providing a dual-functionality that is particularly beneficial for small, portable devices. The NFC Forum has developed a specific wireless charging specification, known as //NFC Wireless Charging// (**WLC**), which allows devices to charge with up to 1W of power over distances of up to 2 cm (3⁄4 in). This capability is especially suitable for smaller devices like earbuds, wearables, and other compact //Internet of Things// ([[com:basic_iot|IoT]]) appliances.+Near-field communication (NFC) technology supports data transmission and enables wireless charging, providing a dual functionality that is particularly beneficial for small, portable devices. The NFC Forum has developed a specific wireless charging specification, known as //NFC Wireless Charging// (**WLC**), which allows devices to charge with up to 1W of power over distances of up to 2 cm (3⁄4 in). This capability is especially suitable for smaller devices like earbuds, wearables, and other compact //Internet of Things// ([[com:basic_iot|IoT]]) appliances.
  
-Compared to the more widely known Qi wireless charging standard by the Wireless Power Consortium, which offers up to 15W of power over distances up to 4 cm (1+5⁄8 in), NFC WLC provides a lower power output but benefits from a significantly smaller antenna size. This makes NFC WLC an ideal solution for devices where space is at a premium and high power charging is less critical.+Compared to the more widely known Qi wireless charging standard by the Wireless Power Consortium, which offers up to 15W power over distances up to 4 cm (1+5⁄8 in), NFC WLC provides a lower power output but benefits from a significantly smaller antenna size. This makes NFC WLC an ideal solution for devices with premium space and less critical high-power charging.
  
-The NFC Forum also facilitates a certification program, labeled as //Test Release 13.1// (TR13.1), ensuring that products adhere to the WLC 2.0 specification. This certification aims to establish trust and consistency across NFC implementations, minimizing risks for manufacturers and providing assurance to consumers about the reliability and functionality of their NFC-enabled wireless charging devices.+The NFC Forum also facilitates a certification program labeled as //Test Release 13.1// (TR13.1), which ensures that products adhere to the WLC 2.0 specification. This certification aims to establish trust and consistency across NFC implementations, minimize risks for manufacturers, and provide assurance to consumers about the reliability and functionality of their NFC-enabled wireless charging devices.
  
-A patent licensing program for NFC is under deployment by France Brevets, a patent fund created in 2011. This program was under development by Via Licensing Corporation, an independent subsidiary of Dolby Laboratories, and was terminated in May 2012. A platform-independent free and open source NFC library, libnfc, is available under the GNU Lesser General Public License.+France Brevets, a patent fund created in 2011, is deploying a patent licensing program for NFC. Via Licensing Corporation, an independent subsidiary of Dolby Laboratories, developed this program, which was terminated in May 2012. A platform-independent, free, open-source NFC library, libnfc, is available under the GNU Lesser General Public License.
  
-Present and anticipated applications include contactless transactions, data exchange and simplified setup of more complex communications such as Wi-Fi. In addition, when one of the connected devices has Internet connectivity, the other can exchange data with online services.+Present and anticipated applications include contactless transactions, data exchange, and simplified setup of more complex communications such as Wi-Fi. In addition, when one of the connected devices has Internet connectivity, the other can exchange data with online services.
  
 ===== Standards ===== ===== Standards =====
-NFC standards cover communications protocols and data exchange formats, and are based on existing RFID standards including ISO/IEC 14443 and FeliCa. The standards include ISO/IEC 18092 and those defined by the NFC Forum.+NFC standards cover communications protocols and data exchange formats and are based on existing RFID standards, including ISO/IEC 14443 and FeliCa. The standards also include ISO/IEC 18092 and those defined by the NFC Forum.
  
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-Both the initiator and target device communicate by alternately generating their own fields. One device stops transmitting to receive data from the other. This mode requires that both devices include power supplies.+Both the initiator and target device communicate by alternately generating their fields. One device stops transmitting data to receive it from the other. This mode requires that both devices include power supplies.
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 For data transmission between the NFC interfaces, the amplitude of the emitted magnetic alternating field is modulated (ASK modulation), similar to the data transmission between an RFID reader and transponder. However, the difference between an NFC target in active mode and an RFID transponder is that the magnetic alternating field has to supply the transponder with power to operate the microchip. In contrast, the electronic device containing the NFC interface supplies the interface with power. For data transmission between the NFC interfaces, the amplitude of the emitted magnetic alternating field is modulated (ASK modulation), similar to the data transmission between an RFID reader and transponder. However, the difference between an NFC target in active mode and an RFID transponder is that the magnetic alternating field has to supply the transponder with power to operate the microchip. In contrast, the electronic device containing the NFC interface supplies the interface with power.
  
-The transmission direction is reversed to send data from the NFC target to the NFC initiator. This means that the NFC target activates the transmitter, and the NFC initiator switches to receiving mode. Both NFC interfaces alternately induce magnetic fields, where data is transmitted from transmitter to receiver only.+The transmission direction is reversed to send data from the NFC target to the NFC initiator. This means the NFC target activates the transmitter, and the NFC initiator switches to receiving mode. Both NFC interfaces alternately induce magnetic fields, where data is transmitted only from the transmitter to the receiver. 
 ===== Smartphone automation and NFC tags ===== ===== Smartphone automation and NFC tags =====
-NFC-equipped smartphones can be paired with NFC Tags or stickers that can be programmed by NFC apps. These programs can allow a change of phone settings, texting, app launching, or command execution.+NFC-equipped smartphones can be paired with NFC Tags or stickers that NFC apps can program. These programs can change phone settings, text, launch apps, or execute commands.
  
 Such apps do not rely on a company or manufacturer, but can be utilized immediately with an NFC-equipped smartphone and an NFC tag. Such apps do not rely on a company or manufacturer, but can be utilized immediately with an NFC-equipped smartphone and an NFC tag.
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 NFC and Bluetooth are both relatively short-range communication technologies available on mobile phones. NFC operates at slower speeds than Bluetooth and has a much shorter range, but consumes far less power and doesn't require pairing. NFC and Bluetooth are both relatively short-range communication technologies available on mobile phones. NFC operates at slower speeds than Bluetooth and has a much shorter range, but consumes far less power and doesn't require pairing.
  
-NFC sets up more quickly than standard Bluetooth, but has a lower transfer rate than Bluetooth low energy. With NFC, instead of performing manual configurations to identify devices, the connection between two NFC devices is automatically established in less than .1 second. The maximum data transfer rate of NFC (424 kbit/s) is slower than that of Bluetooth V2.1 (2.1 Mbit/s).+NFC sets up more quickly than standard Bluetooth but has a lower transfer rate than Bluetooth low-energy. With NFC, instead of performing manual configurations to identify devices, the connection between two NFC devices is automatically established in less than .1 second. NFC's maximum data transfer rate (424 kbit/s) is slower than that of Bluetooth V2.1 (2.1 Mbit/s).
  
-NFC's maximum working distance of less than 20 cm (7+7⁄8 in) reduces the likelihood of unwanted interception, making it particularly suitable for crowded areas that complicate correlating a signal with its transmitting physical device (and by extension, its user).+NFC's maximum working distance of less than 20 cm (7+7⁄8 in) reduces the likelihood of unwanted interception. It is particularly suitable for crowded areas that complicate correlating a signal with its transmitting physical device (and by extension, its user).
  
 ===== Sources ===== ===== Sources =====