The Wi-Fi Framework is the Software Developer Kit (SDK) that provides easy access to the
Wi-Fi features on Windows platforms. It supports native Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct technologies, and allows
capturing (sniffing) raw Wi-Fi packets. The Wi-Fi Framework is a part of the
Wireless Communication Library but can be used as a standalone library.
Unlike the standard Windows Wireless API, the Wi-Fi Framework includes a number of unique features, such as
capturing raw Wi-Fi packets, detecting connection and disconnection of Wi-Fi Direct devices when
running in SoftAP mode, and reading IP addresses for Wi-Fi devices. Using the Wi-Fi Framework,
you can easily turn your computer into a Wi-Fi access point. The Wi-Fi Framework supports both the legacy
Wi-Fi Hosted Network technology and the modern Wi-Fi Direct SoftAP. For both, the Wi-Fi Framework
implements features not supported by the standard Windows WLAN API: the ability to disconnect devices connected to the access point and the
ability to impose restrictions on connecting devices. The Black and White lists built into the wclWiFiSoftAP class
provide an easy way to control acceptable devices for your Wi-Fi Software Access Point.
Starting with Wi-Fi Framework 7.13.0.0, the library allows your application to read
and change advanced Wi-Fi interface parameters. For dual-band Wi-Fi adapters, this new feature enables you to
switch the operating band and limit it to 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz if needed.
In addition to Wi-Fi functionality, the Wi-Fi Framework includes a Network List Manager, the class
that allows you to manage Windows networks, determine the connection type (local or Internet), and much more. Additionally, the
Wi-Fi Framework enables you to retrieve a list of all network adapters installed on the computer and obtain
their MAC and IP addresses.
The Wi-Fi Framework includes numerous demonstration applications that will help you quickly start developing your
application with Wi-Fi features. Additionally, on our website you can find detailed articles to assist you in working with the
Wi-Fi Framework. Using the Wi-Fi Framework instead of native Microsoft Wireless API
will drastically reduce your development time, resulting in significant cost savings for your project. Below you can find the
full features list of the Wi-Fi Framework.
