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Expert claims Wi-Fi is far from dead
Fixed wireless broadband is on the rise, and WiMax, the standardized version of fixed wireless broadband, will be available in some areas this year. With a theoretical range of 30 miles and a throughput of 72 Mbps, 802.16e-based chipsets are expected... Interview | 28 Oct 2004
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WLAN and VoIP: A match made in heaven?
Marrying wireless LAN and VoIP technology isn't easy, but one expert says that with enough effort and expertise, they can live a long, happy life together. However, one admin isn't so sure. Article | 12 Oct 2004
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Refocused Siemens sets sights on integration
The German networking vendor has realigned its business units to offer enterprise networking equipment that makes person-to-person communication easier than ever before. Article | 05 Oct 2004
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Colubris launches Wi-Fi QoS
Colubris Networks has released quality of service software for its wireless LAN system that makes it possible to maintain a business-class voice over Wi-Fi implementation. One expert says it's a harbinger of things to come. Article | 28 Sep 2004
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Without Ericsson, will Bluetooth survive?
The company that invented Bluetooth is pulling out of the market, causing some to wonder if the short-range wireless technology's days are numbered. Regardless, Bluetooth still isn't a technology that admins can ignore. Article | 07 Sep 2004
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802.11g slowdown tacked, but does it matter?
Wireless LAN start-up Meru Networks announced a new feature that enables 802.11g traffic to move at regular speeds on wireless LAN networks with mixed traffic, but few need the added speed. Article | 30 Aug 2004
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Switched Wi-Fi market soars
Switched wireless LAN gear is the hottest thing going, and one expert suggests it's a sign that enterprises are getting more comfortable using Wi-Fi networks. Article | 24 Aug 2004
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Mesh networking questions still without answers
Large-scale wireless LAN deployments can be problematic. It can be expensive to cover large campuses and small towns with enough access points to provide a useful network. Access points don't transmit through tall thick buildings. And running wires t... Interview | 18 Aug 2004
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Burton Group spotlights WLAN winners and losers
At the recent Catalyst Conference, a Burton analyst said this year's top wireless LAN vendors have mastered RF management, while a few well-known vendors still don't have a clue. Article | 01 Aug 2004
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With 802.11i, new standard means new problems
The new 802.11i standard is expected to make wireless LANs more secure, but authentication interoperability problems could make it harder to run multi-vendor systems. Article | 12 Jul 2004
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