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Juniper brings in the Funk for tighter security
Continuing its drive to offer tight network security, Juniper Networks yesterday announced plans to buy Funk Software for a cool $122 million. Article | 15 Nov 2005
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Experts say pre-802.11n gear is premature
As rival factions flesh out a merged proposal for the forthcoming 802.11n standard, experts explain how it will affect companies and why pre-standard gear won't cut it. Article | 03 Aug 2005
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With 802.11n, patience is a virtue
As rival factions flesh out a merged proposal for the forthcoming 802.11n standard, experts explain how it will affect companies and why pre-standard gear won't cut it. Article | 01 Aug 2005
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Burton: WLANs safe for everyone
A Burton Group analyst says it's time to cast those enterprise wireless LAN security and management fears aside, and explains why Wi-Fi is finally a viable alternative to wired networks. Article | 14 Jul 2005
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Cisco Spotlight Series: An afterlife for Airespace
A little more than four months ago, networking giant Cisco Systems Inc. acquired Airespace Inc., a wireless LAN switch startup, to enhance its wireless networking products line.
In an unusual move, Cisco assigned two individuals to lead its comb... Interview | 01 Jun 2005
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Interop: Standards advances haven't ended Wi-Fi security struggle
New standards promise to make wireless LANs safer, but experts at Interop 2005 say implementing and managing the advanced Wi-Fi security technology can be daunting. News | 04 May 2005
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Is ultra-fast Wi-Fi worth the gamble?
An emerging flavor of Wi-Fi offers faster throughput and more range than 802.11g products, but analysts raise the question: Are pre-standard enterprise products worth the risks? Article | 22 Mar 2005
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Mobile WiMax could be a year away
Israel-based wireless broadband equipment manufacturer Alvarion is developing technology based on the IEEE 802.16e mobile WiMax specification, and says it will have an alpha version ready within a year. The offering could portend WiMax competing with... News | 10 Jan 2005
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Wireless LANs meet needs for compliance
Encryption with WPA and authentication make data secure for HIPAA and SOX compliance. The real risk might be the employee with a mobile device. Article | 06 Jan 2005
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Strix spins out mesh for the great outdoors
Strix Systems has released a mesh networking product line designed for outdoor use, and one California city explains how it's using the technology to build a public access Wi-Fi network. Article | 08 Dec 2004
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