Daily Archives: January 17, 2005

Wi-Fi To Merge PC/CE Networks

Wireless home networking technology will quickly progress to the next level in 2005 as company after company rolls out what is being dubbed pre-802.11n products in preparation for the expected explosion in wireless multimedia products. Via [forbes.com]Continue Reading

Lucent Adopts Alvarion’s WiMAX Technology

Lucent Technologies said Tuesday it will integrate WiMAX technology from partner Alvarion into its future communications products. Via [commsdesign.com]Continue Reading

Intel, Telkom Try WiMAX In South Africa

Chipmaking giant Intel and South African carrier Telkom are testing WiMAX technology in hopes of providing a last-mile broadband alternative, the companies announced today. Via [internetnews.com]Continue Reading

WiFi Hotspot In D.C. Will Channel Inaugural News

A free WiFi hotspot operating through Jan. 22 along Washington’s Pennsylvania Ave. will let observers send photos, e-mail and commentary about the presidential inaugural events. Via [gcn.com]Continue Reading

Cisco Buys Wireless Start-up For $450 Million

Cisco Systems will buy wireless switch start-up Airespace in a stock deal worth about $450 million, the companies said Wednesday. Via [news.zdnet.com]Continue Reading