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  • 802.11i--designed to integrate

    802.11i is currently nearing completion and it adds two main blocks of improvements, improved security for data in transit, and better control of who can use a network.

  • Apple: There's no "a" in Wi-Fi

    Apple Computer has joined a growing band of companies giving the cold shoulder to 802.11a, marking another setback for the wireless standard designed to replace 802.11b as the dominant way to create home and office wireless networks.

  • Six wireless access points tested

    In recent months, wireless networks have received a boost as products based on the 802.11g standard--capable of 54Mbps--have come into the mainstream. Are you ready for fast wireless?

  • Tech Guide: Networking your business

    With several networking technologies to choose from, each with a range of relatively inexpensive hardware solutions, it can be challenging to find the right products for your business. That's where we come in.

  • New wireless standard gets green light

    The next generation of digital entertainment products will run off a new wireless networking standard completed this week

News (167)

  • Wi-Fi gets a security boost

    The Wireless Fidelity Alliance is pushing for a new standard intended to shore up security for an increasingly popular networking technology.

  • Apple: There's no "a" in Wi-Fi

    Apple Computer has joined a growing band of companies giving the cold shoulder to 802.11a, marking another setback for the wireless standard designed to replace 802.11b as the dominant way to create home and office wireless networks.

  • Coalitions form for new wireless war

    A new fast wireless LAN standard may be in for a long and ultimately frustrating approval process.

  • Wi-Fi group to certify prestandard Wi-Fi gear

    The Wi-Fi Alliance plans to begin certifying next-generation Wi-Fi products starting in 2007 before the 802.11n standard is fully complete, a decision that should ease consumers' concerns about buying prestandard products.

  • Wireless Visionary: Wi-Fi speeds into the future

    Although Wi-Fi has turned into one of the hottest young technologies, Vic Hayes says the real excitement will start after the computer industry hurdles the 100mbps speed barrier.

Features and Case Studies (100)

  • Is TI's "turbo Wi-Fi" losing steam?

    Texas Instruments' "turbo Wi-Fi" technology may be downshifting out of the wireless networking fast lane, analysts say.

  • Wireless LANs: An enterprise analysis

    Wireless LANs are increasingly being viewed as a cost-effective option for enterprises. ZDNet Australia takes a look at some tips and analysis to help CIOs make the right decision.

  • Draft N wireless routers: Get ready for 802.11n

    Draft N (of the upcoming 802.11n standard) is the latest in wireless networking, and while 802.11n is not finally ratified, it does promise better speed, throughput, range and dependability. Is it worth its current premium price? We explore the promise and availability of Draft N gear on the Australian market.

  • 802.11i--designed to integrate

    802.11i is currently nearing completion and it adds two main blocks of improvements, improved security for data in transit, and better control of who can use a network.

  • Wi-Fi gets a security boost

    The Wireless Fidelity Alliance is pushing for a new standard intended to shore up security for an increasingly popular networking technology.

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