Is using an empty baked-bean can to grab a Wi-Fi signal from a mile away high technology? The answer is yes if you’re an entrant in Intel’s International Science and Engineering Fair being held this week in Phoenix. Via [pcworld.com]
Daily Archives: May 19, 2005
Wi-Fi Pre-Certification Becoming Trend
India-based outsourcing giant Wipro Technologies is the latest company seeking certification of Wi-Fi products which never will appear on store shelves. The move is a trend fueled by increased competitiveness, acknowledges Frank Hanzlik, Wi-Fi Alliance general manager. Via [wi-fiplanet.com]
Microsoft Bolsters XP Wireless Security
Microsoft has released an update to Windows XP Service Pack 2 that fortifies the operating system’s wireless networking security through the adoption of Wi-Fi Protected Access 2. WPA2 offers more advanced data encryption and conforms to government-mandated regulations for security, including HIPPA and FIPS 140-2. Via [eweek.com]
