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• A deep dive into the differences between 5G and Wi-Fi 6

  While the latest cellular and Wi-Fi technology generations -- 5G and Wi-Fi 6, respectively -- have been pitted against one another, the technologies make better friends than foes. Continue Reading

• How businesses can gear up for Wi-Fi 6 hardware

  The latest wireless standard, Wi-Fi 6, is coming to an enterprise near you. As a result, businesses will need to plan accordingly as they evaluate Wi-Fi 6 devices. Continue Reading

• Is Wi-Fi 6 backward-compatible? Yes and no

  With the advent of a new wireless standard, some users may wonder: Is Wi-Fi 6 backward-compatible? The answer is yes. But do you want full backward compatibility? Continue Reading

• A deep dive into the differences between Wi-Fi 6 vs. Wi-Fi 5

  While Wi-Fi 5 is still sufficient for organizations, Wi-Fi 6 is worth learning about. Here are the major differences between the standards and what they mean for your organization. Continue Reading

• A glossary of 12 terms and phrases for Wi-Fi 6 technology

  This Wi-Fi 6 glossary delves into various features and capabilities the new generation of Wi-Fi technology offers, as well as what organizations can expect from Wi-Fi 6 devices. Continue Reading

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  • wavelength
  • telematics
  • CAPWAP (Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points)
  • bring your own device workplace (BYOD workplace)

  • patch antenna
  • wireless WAN (Wireless Wide Area Network)
  • beamforming
  • cognitive radio (CR)

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• What is the difference between WLAN and Wi-Fi?

  Although the terms WLAN and Wi-Fi are used interchangeably, the two wireless technologies are quite different. Fundamentally, Wi-Fi is just a type of WLAN.Continue Reading

• Discover the wireless certifications that matter

  Find out which wireless certifications are worth pursuing with this expert advice that dives into vendor-specific, vendor-neutral and specialized certification options.Continue Reading

• What is Citizens Broadband Radio Service?

  Citizens Broadband Radio Service gives enterprises another tool to manage the performance of their Wi-Fi and 5G networks. How does CBRS work?Continue Reading

• wavelength

  A wavelength is a measure of distance between two identical peaks or crests -- high points -- or between two identical troughs -- low points -- in a wave.Continue Reading

• An 802.11ax survival guide: Expectations for the Wi-Fi standard

  This 802.11ax survival guide has the information you need for the newest Wi-Fi standard, including various expectations, device advice and available features.Continue Reading

• 5 ways 802.11ax benefits enterprise Wi-Fi networks

  The advantages of 802.11ax -- the upcoming wireless standard -- are deemed impressive, significant and revolutionary. See how the technology could benefit your business.Continue Reading

• What do you know about the history of Wi-Fi?

  If you ever wonder how Wi-Fi got to where it is today, this quiz takes you through the vast history of Wi-Fi, from the first generation through 802.11ax's impending ratification.Continue Reading

• What are private 5G networks and could they emerge as a major trend?

  In some network environments, businesses may need broader connection options for devices and automation. Private 5G networks, at some point, might be the answer.Continue Reading

• Wireless capacity more important than fast Wi-Fi 6 speed

  Wi-Fi 6 speed may be getting all the attention, but the most compelling advantages of the new standard are techniques engineered to increase wireless capacity.Continue Reading

• Take steps now to ready your network for 802.11ax specification

  The 802.11ax specification promises higher speeds and lower latency. Preparing now will help you make the transition easier. Here's what you need to know.Continue Reading

• Wireless network configuration basics: 5 steps to follow

  Different wireless networks have different requirements. However, some common principles exist for strategizing your wireless network configuration steps.Continue Reading

• How to address automated networking strategically

  Automation holds great promise for smoothing the management of complex modern networks, but to reap its full benefits, you'll need to approach it strategically.Continue Reading

• telematics

  Telematics uses GPS and mobile devices to send and receive information that helps control remote objects, primarily in the automotive industry.Continue Reading

• How to make a WLAN controller effective and efficient

  Our expert explores the best ways to put WLAN controllers to work for you and your organization.Continue Reading

• How do you anchor mobile network optimization?

  A successful mobility strategy hinges on how well users can get their jobs done across a variety of devices, operating systems and locations, according to an expert.Continue Reading

• 802.11ac speed gains may drive WLAN architecture changes in Wave 2

  How much your network needs to adapt to the jump in 802.11ac speed from Wave 1 -- or even from 802.11n -- to the standard's next phase, Wave 2, depends on where you are in the upgrade cycle.Continue Reading

• How indoor mesh wireless solved an outdoors problem

  Using an approach engineered for indoor deployments helped this system administrator solve a network connection problem in the great outdoors.Continue Reading

• Why you might not need an expensive wireless site survey kit

  In this Q&A, one wireless engineer shares how she built a wireless site survey rig for less than $40 using supplies from a hardware store.Continue Reading

• Enterprise wireless networking: The Wi-Fi takeover

  Irwin Lazar discusses how Wi-Fi is replacing the need for a wired Ethernet and what this means for the enterprise.Continue Reading

• CAPWAP (Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points)

  CAPWAP (Control and Provisioning of Wireless Access Points) is a standardized protocol that enables wireless LAN (WLAN) controllers to centrally manage a group of wireless access points (APs).Continue Reading

• Wi-Fi fills gap in indoor location tracking market

  Wi-Fi networks fill in the gap left by GPS networks unable to probe indoors. Businesses are finding some new ways to exploit that capability.Continue Reading

• Wireless performance paced by new protocols, designs

  In part three of his series about the evolution of wireless technology, Craig Mathias covers the techniques that will anchor next-generation systems.Continue Reading

• The simple facts behind antenna basics

  No matter how expensive your wireless system may be, its performance depends on the strength of its antennas.Continue Reading

• As demands and devices multiply, high-density wireless gains traction

  As users crowd Wi-Fi networks with more devices, network managers are looking at high-density wireless designs to ensure unfettered access.Continue Reading

• bring your own device workplace (BYOD workplace)

  A bring your own work environment (BYOWE) is one that allows -- or even encourages -- employees to use consumer technology for job-related tasks.Continue Reading

• Subnet basics: Must you set up Wi-Fi subnets in a single building?

  Expert Mike Jude discusses the rationale of creating distinct Wi-Fi subnets in a single building.Continue Reading

• Mapping your wireless local area network: How to make your WLAN shine

  In this essential guide, get acquainted with wireless local area network basics and uncover steps you can take to improve your WLAN infrastructure.Continue Reading

• Enterprise wireless standards: The basics

  Glen Kemp discusses the standards and protocols that support enterprise-class wireless deployments and how they differ from consumer configurations.Continue Reading

• Network auditing tools for war driving: Video and quiz

  Test your knowledge of network auditing tools by viewing this video and taking the quiz that follows. Know how to best tackle network access points and get a chance to be rewarded.Continue Reading

• Hotspot 2.0 primer: Another step toward Wi-Fi/cellular integration

  Hotspot 2.0 and the IEEE 802.11u protocol could allow mobile device users to securely roam between Wi-Fi and cellular networks without stopping to authenticate.Continue Reading

• patch antenna

  A patch antenna is a wafer-like directional antenna suitable for covering single-floor small offices, small stores and other indoor locations where access points cannot be placed centrally.Continue Reading

• PrepLogic CWNA training video: Radio frequency basics for the WLAN

  In this PrepLogic CWNA training video, learn the basics of radio frequency for the WLAN, including wavelength characteristics and RF behaviors that affect network performance.Continue Reading

• wireless WAN (Wireless Wide Area Network)

  A wireless WAN is a wide area network in which separate areas of coverage or cells are connected wirelessly to provide service to a large geographic area.Continue Reading

• beamforming

  Beamforming is a type of RF (radio frequency) management in which an access point uses multiple antennas to send out the same signal.Continue Reading

• Enterprise wireless LAN security: 802.11 and seamless wireless roaming

  Learn how to secure your enterprise wireless local area network (LAN) in this guide of industry best practices. Wireless networking expert Lisa Phifer explains how network security is improved by the wireless IEEE 802.11n protocol; how to secure ...Continue Reading

• Best practices for securing your wireless LAN

  Perhaps the biggest network security concern for many enterprises is securing a wireless local area network (WLAN). This three-part expert lesson provides best practices for securing a WLAN in the enterprise. Lesson 1 focuses on methods of ...Continue Reading

• cognitive radio (CR)

  Cognitive radio (CR) is a form of wireless communication in which a transceiver can intelligently detect which communication channels are in use and which are not, and instantly move into vacant channels while avoiding occupied ones... (Continued)Continue Reading

• Wireless network deployment and management

  Wireless network deployment and management are discussed in this guide.Continue Reading

• Wireless troubleshooting

  Wireless network troubleshooting basics are discussed in this guide.Continue Reading

• Wireless access points

  The basics of wireless access point (AP) as well as configuration and placement are covered in this guide.Continue Reading

• iDEN (Integrated Digital Enhanced Network)

  iDEN (Integrated Digital Enhanced Network) is a wireless technology from Motorola combining the capabilities of a digital cellular telephone, two-way radio, alphanumeric pager and data/fax modem in a single network.Continue Reading

• foreign agent

  In Mobile Internet Protocol (Mobile IP), a foreign agent is a router serving as a mobility agent for a mobile node.Continue Reading

• DEN (Directory-Enabled Networking)

  Directory-Enabled Networking (DEN) is an industry-standard initiative and specification for how to construct and store information about a network's users, applications, and data in a central directory.Continue Reading

• HomeRF (home radio frequency)

  HomeRF (for home radio frequency) is a home networking standard developed by Proxim Inc.Continue Reading

• Asynchronous Pulsed Radiated Incident Light

  Asynchronous Pulsed Radiated Incident Light is a multi-duplicitous communication protocol (MDCP) used to configure wireless local area networks (WLANs) on the fly.Continue Reading

• Wireless network security best practices

  Don't let your wireless LAN (WLAN) jeopardize your corporate networks, servers and data. In this guide, you'll discover how to mitigate the risks WLAN pose and learn how to perform vulnerability assessments to manage potential risks.Continue Reading

• Wireless network troubleshooting

  Network operators often have the difficult task of troubleshooting wireless issues that arise not only on the wireless LAN but also with users and devices seeking access to it. Having knowledge of common hardware problems and configuration issues is...Continue Reading

• Wireless networking (CWNA)

  Do you think you know a lot about wireless networking? Are you interested in taking the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) exam? Test your knowledge with our 13-question quiz on wireless networking!Continue Reading

• 802.11 Learning Guide

  802.11 is perhaps the fastest-changing network protocol around. We've gathered a wealth of information to get you up-to-speed quickly on the various specifications. Learn about all the 802.11 wireless LAN (WLAN) specifications in this learning guide.Continue Reading

• Wireless LAN resources

  These resources will help you avoid potential pitfalls to ensure that your wireless LAN implementation is successful from start to finish.Continue Reading

• Wireless LAN quiz

  Take our wireless LAN quiz to find out how much you know about WLAN technologies.Continue Reading

• Wireless LAN quiz answers

  Wireless LANs quiz answer key.Continue Reading

• LMDS (Local Multipoint Distribution System)

  LMDS (Local Multipoint Distribution System) is a system for broadband microwave wireless transmission direct from a local antenna to homes and businesses within a line-of-sight radius, a solution to the so-called last-mile technology problem of ...Continue Reading

• Wireless LAN Resource Guide

  These resources will help you avoid potential pitfalls to ensure that your wireless LAN implementation is successful from start to finish. We also provide you with WLAN management and troubleshooting tools and discuss the ever important task of ...Continue Reading

• Crash Course: VLANs

  These resources will provide you with all the information needed to understand VLANs, from what they are to what they do and how they do it.Continue Reading

• Network Security First-step: Wireless security basics

  Network Security First-step explains the basics of the core technologies that make up and control wireless network security.Continue Reading

• Guide to wireless technology

  Don't get tangled up in wireless. Take it step by step instead. In this Learning Guide, you'll start with the basics and lead up slowly to the complex.Continue Reading

• Guide to wireless security

  This learning guide presents you with an opportunity to find out all you need to know about wireless security.Continue Reading

• Virtual LANs -- Basics

  A decade ago, a simple switch was something that only large companies with big budgets could afford, while the rest with tight budgets were left with hubs as their only affordable solution to interconnect their local networks. One of the most ...Continue Reading

• LearnIT: Virtual LANs

  What is a virtual LAN? This guide explains the basics in one easy to read format.Continue Reading

• Learning Guide: Wireless security

  Here's your one-stop shopping for information on wireless security.Continue Reading