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Coffee Club stores throughout Australia will soon have wireless broadband access following a deal with service provider iseek.
Would you accept being locked into a proprietary networking technology in exchange for lower TCO? Unless we get some wireless switching standards soon, you may have to take that route.
commentary At a recent bankers' conference, I found Intel's Wi-Fi presentation to be so misleading that I added two new slides to my own PowerPoint show: one for the truths and another for the untruths.
If you're one of those people who likes to complain whenever their Wi-Fi connection even temporarily flickers, then being forced to use older connectivity technologies is a useful reminder of how much we have to be intermittently grateful for.
As CSIRO stands firm on its refusal to freely license key patents relating to WLANs, I'm reminded of the joke: what do you get when you grab a man by the testicles? The answer: his full attention.
The next-generation wireless technology could take us one step closer to the mobile nirvana of one bill for mobile, Wi-Fi and broadband connectivity.
Mobility comes at a price. There are some fundamental guidelines that need to be followed for secure wireless networking. Additional reading: WLAN Resource Centre
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.
If wireless network problems are leaving you befuddled, these valuable tips can help you make a better connection.
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.
If you're a globe-trotter, you'll need a world phone to keep in touch from almost anywhere.
Acer's Aspire 9504 incorporates a lot of empowering technology, although its chief TV offering is rather weak.
Want the flexibility of connecting to either 802.11a or 802.11g networks? This feature-rich adapter from Proxim may be just the card for you.
It's longer than your average Pocket PC, but its integrated keyboard and higher-capacity battery make the H4350 a top choice for heavy Wi-Fi users.
The Nokia N78 is a fun phone to use, and despite some annoyances it's likely to find fans in those looking for a feature-filled Apple alternative.
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