Monthly Archives: October 2004

Wi-Fi Alliance Targets Wi-Fi-cellular Convergence

The Wi-Fi Alliance has formed a group to study the specific implications for Wi-Fi of continuing Wi-Fi/cellular convergence. Via [commsdesign.com]Continue Reading

Marines Assembling Do-it-yourself Wireless Net In Afghanistan

Using donations of money and equipment, a Marine unit deployed in Afghanistan is building its own wireless network to let troops communicate with friends and family at home. Via [gcn.com]Continue Reading

Wi-Fi Coverage To Get Boost

T-Mobile, Europe’s second-largest mobile phone service provider, is linking up with British fixed-line ally BT Group to triple the number of places in the UK where customers can hook onto local high-speed Internet connections. Via [reuters.co.uk]Continue Reading

Wavelink Integrates Wireless Management And Security Software

Wavelink has announced Wavelink Managed Security software designed for integrated wireless Lan management and protection. Via [computerweekly.com]Continue Reading

Symbol Launches PDA With Wi-Fi Capability

Symbol Technologies has launched the MC50, an enterprise digital assistant that includes Wi-Fi and VoIP capabilities, as well as optional barcode scanning or a digital camera. Symbol says the device is aimed at retail managers and I.T. personnel. Via [wireless.newsfactor.com]Continue Reading

Two-thirds Of Firms Will Be Wireless By 2007

Over two-thirds of all companies will have deployed at least one wireless application by 2007, according to research. Via [vnunet.com]Continue Reading

Foundry Upgrades Wi-Fi Software

Foundry Networks has updated its wireless Lan switch software to improve security and roaming. Via [computerweekly.com]Continue Reading

GoodLink Adds Support For Smartphones, Wi-Fi

Good Technology, a provider of wireless-messaging and data-access solutions, announced yesterday a new version of its GoodLink connectivity software. Via [news.zdnet.com]Continue Reading

Airpath Joins Wi-Fi Hotspots For Easier Web Access

U.S.-based Wireless LAN operator Airpath said on Tuesday it aims to run 20,000 public locations for wireless computer access by late 2005, and connect to an additional 30,000 hotspots through roaming agreements. Via [reuters.co.uk]Continue Reading

ZigBee Gets Middleware Boost

A Linux-powered network gateway has been designed to help companies integrate ZigBee-powered wireless mesh networks into their enterprise. Via [news.zdnet.co.uk]Continue Reading

IBM Pushing Wireless Through Partnerships

IBM is advancing its wireless efforts through partnerships as it looks to sell software to cities, hospitals, colleges and big business. Via [news.zdnet.com]Continue Reading

Intel’s WiMAX Agenda

Intel is beating the wireless broadband drum. At September’s Intel Developer Forum in San Francisco, president and COO Paul Otellini delivered a bright technology forecast, underscoring the impact of upcoming WiMAX technology. Earlier this year, Intel launched the WiMAX initiative, which is positioned as a wireless competitor to cable and DSL. WiMAX is governed byContinue Reading

VoIP Unplugged, As Wi-Fi Meets Net Phoning

Two major VoIP providers took steps Monday to further unwire Net-based phoning, traditionally a service tethered by wires. Via [news.com.com]Continue Reading

Cities Find Wi-Fi Future

It’s not Silicon Valley, but Chaska, Minnesota, may be moving to the leading edge of Wi-Fi technology as it begins offering the service for all city residents. Via [edition.cnn.com]Continue Reading

Extreme, Foundry Extend Wireless LAN Switch Lineups

Foundry Networks Inc. and Extreme Networks have extended their wireless LAN switch lineups with an emphasis on simplified deployment, voice-over-IP support, security and lower cost products for remote offices. Via [commsdesign.com]Continue Reading