In an auditorium seating 500 students with laptops, a high-density design model is appropriate. This model focuses on supporting a large number of devices in a concentrated area with sufficient coverage and bandwidth. It involves strategic AP placement, proper channel planning, and capacity planning to ensure all students have reliable wireless access. References: CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide Premium Edition and Practice
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