With 802.11 wireless LANs (WLANs), an AP (AP) is set to a specific radio frequency (RF) channel. As part of the association process, each user’s wireless network interface card scans all channels, detects the AP, and then tunes to the channel of the AP to complete a connection. In order to deploy an effective wireless… Continue Reading
WiMax Network In Santa Clara Another Sign Of Things To Come
The next generation of wireless Internet service is a step closer with the opening of a WiMax demonstration network in Santa Clara by TeleCis Wireless Inc. Via [sanjose.bizjournals.com]… Continue Reading
Take Wi-Fi Phone With You
Imagine having a cordless phone that can make calls anywhere you can find a wireless network. That’s what the upcoming UTStarcom F1000 phone promises — a Wi-Fi phone connection you can take with you. Via [seattletimes.nwsource.com]… Continue Reading
Agilent Joins ZigBee Alliance
Agilent Technologies Inc. has announced it is the first test and measurement equipment manufacturer to join the ZigBee Alliance, an association of more than 100 companies working to enable cost-effective, low-power, wirelessly networked monitoring and control products based on an open global standard. Via [eetimes.com]… Continue Reading
Madison Steps Forward On Wi-Fi
The papers are signed: Cellnet Technology of Atlanta and Wireless Facilities, Inc. (WFI) of San Diego will partner to install a citywide Wi-Fi network in Madison, Wisconsin, extending to the county airport. Via [wi-fiplanet.com]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi Balloon Delivers 4Mbps Broadband
A European research team has successfully launched and tested the world’s first Wi-Fi balloon, raising hopes that high-tech dirigibles could be used to provide wireless communications in remote regions or disaster areas. Via [vnunet.com]… Continue Reading
Intel Wi-Fi Solution To Support Cisco
The support gives companies added assurance that their Intel-based devices will interoperate with Cisco Wi-Fi access points. Via [informationweek.com]… Continue Reading
Cellular Wi-Fi: The Next WLAN Evolution
The access point interference issue requires lengthy planning and constant reconfiguration, as engineers decide which AP to place where, and how to adjust AP power levels or overlay a non-interfering 802.11a network to maximize coverage and performance. Via [toptechnews.com]… Continue Reading
Microsoft Creates Virtual Wi-Fi
Microsoft has developed a technique to allow people to access multiple Wi-Fi networks with a single Wi-Fi card. Via [vnunet.com]… Continue Reading
Nintendo And McDonalds Sign Supersized Wi-Fi Deal
McDonald’s plays host to free wireless access for Nintendo DS gamers in the US but the UK will have to wait. Via [news.zdnet.co.uk]… Continue Reading
Wi-Fi Cities Spark HotSpot Debate
A growing number of cities in the US are treating high-speed internet as a basic amenity for citizens, like running water or the electricity grid. But as the concept expands so does the battle with big business. Via [news.bbc.co.uk]… Continue Reading
Nokia Completes Mobile WiMax Data Call
Nokia today announced that its researchers in Germany have completed a data call over its mobile WiMax 802.16e technology development system. Via [technewsworld.com]… Continue Reading
New Wi-Fi Mobility System Comes To Europe
Allied Telesyn Inc. hopes to offer European users of wide-area Wi-Fi networks the ability to move from one access point to another without losing a connection, using proprietary technology developed and deployed in Asia. Via [infoworld.nl]… Continue Reading
Taiwan Tests Island-Wide WiMax
Taiwanese government officials said on Monday they plan to make Taiwan the world’s largest testing ground for WiMax, and inked a pact with Intel to work together on the wireless broadband technology. Via [pcworld.com]… Continue Reading
Get Up To Speed With Wireless Networking
The latest wireless technologies are all touted as having faster data transfer speeds and greater ranges. Just don’t expect them to work with future devices. Via [vnunet.com]… Continue Reading