Daily Archives: December 8, 2004

IDC Report: Too Soon For WiMAX

An IDC report cautions wireless networking and broadband silicon suppliers against being overly optimistic about WiMAX. The high-speed wireless technology presents a potential opportunity, but “it is still too early for communications IC vendors to commit to this technology,” the market research firm said. Via [techweb.com]Continue Reading

The Challenges Of Integrating Cellular And Wi-Fi Networks

With services like those from Vonage, a user has to carry two phones, one for the Wi-Fi network and another for the cellular one. In response, handset vendors are developing integrated devices. Initially, these new dual-mode devices are expected to come with a high price tag. Via [technewsworld.com]Continue Reading

WiMAX To Be ‘Clear Winner’ In Broadband Wireless

WiMAX and other emerging high-speed wireless technologies will capture more than 40 percent of the wireless broadband business over the next few years, leaving 3G with less than 60 percent of the market in 2009, according to a just published report from TelecomView. Via [commsdesign.com]Continue Reading

Strix Introduces Outdoor Mesh Networking System

Strix Systems Monday extended its mesh networking product line with a new system for building outdoor wireless mesh networks. Via [crn.com]Continue Reading

Tools Let Wireless LANs Branch Out

With wireless LANs firmly established in the headquarters of many large enterprises, WLAN management specialists are now addressing the needs of their customers’ branch offices with new tools that allow for remote administration. Via [eweek.com]Continue Reading