Something New: AP Discovery Methods for 6GHz Wi-Fi – Part 2
In part 1 we explored some of the changes that were part of the 802.11ax standard. In part 2 we look at discovery techniques unique to the latest 802.11ax extension known as Wi-Fi 6E.
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5G connections set to rise past 5.9 billion by 2027
Global 5G wireless connections increased by 76% from the end of 2021 to the end of 2022, reaching up to 1.05 billion, and it will touch a mark of 5.9 billion by the end of 2027, according to Omdia and 5G Americas. ”5G is growing remarkably and scaling …
FCC proposes to ease direct satellite-to-phone communications
While DoD interested in the potential of satellite-to-wireless, government, military and industry officials speaking at Satellite 2023 recognized there also are a number of challenges for military operators.
STRATCOM wrapping spectrum ops center plan, as military faces bandwidth grab by 5G firms
STRATCOM’s Joint Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Center is focused primarily on repelling threats from Russia and China, but DoD also faces a potentially crippling spectrum grab by US commercial 5G wireless giants.
Wi-Fi 6E, Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue – Part 1
Considering deploying Wi-Fi 6/6E? Would you like to understand how the benefits from this standard will help your network? Is it worth it? This blog will help you do just that.
Wireless ISP Starry Is Filing For Bankruptcy
Starry, an ISP that launched in 2016 with a focus on delivering home internet with wireless antennas instead of cables, has declared bankruptcy. The Verge reports: In a press release (PDF), the company says that it intends to quickly restructure and th…
A Welsh Brand of McDonald’s Plays Classical Music, Rations Wi-Fi To Deter Anti-Social Behavior
A Welsh branch of McDonald’s has started playing classical music and rationing wi-fi in a bid to deter anti-social behavior. The BBC reports: The fast-food restaurant has taken action after incidents at its Wrexham branch and elsewhere in the city whic…
Operational Wireless in Government: Best-Fit or Force-Fit?
Advances in wireless technology are forcing Government to focus on 4 key use cases when considering operational wireless. Find out what they are.
Apple Is Reportedly Making An All-In-One Cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Chip
Apple is working on a new in-house chip that would power cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth functionality on its devices, according to a report from Bloomberg. The Verge reports: The company is also developing its own chip that would replace the Wi-Fi and …