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# data

The raw binary data of the SSID as transmitted over-the-air.

```
let data: Data
```

## Discussion

This property contains the exact bytes that represent the SSID according to the Wi-Fi standard.
The data ranges from 1 to 32 bytes in length and may contain any byte values, including embedded null
characters, control characters, and non-printable binary data.

> Important: Don’t assume this data represents UTF-8 encoded text. Use ``doc://com.apple.wifiinfrastructure/documentation/WiFiInfrastructure/WISSID/stringRepresentation(encoding:)``
> to safely convert the data to a string format.

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