Daily Archives: August 1, 2005

Europe Opens Spectrum For Wireless Broadband

This week, the European Commission (EC) in Brussels gave the okay for enabling use of 5GHz spectrum (specifically, the bands between 5150-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz) for license-free use with wireless networks (what the EC calls RLANs, or radio LANs). The move will allow broadband Internet usage in the 25 member states of the EuropeanContinue Reading

Alvarion Rides The WiMAX Wave

As the latest wireless broadband technology begins to catch on, this equipment maker is poised to see strong growth. Via [businessweek.com]Continue Reading

Opinion: “Stealing” Wi-Fi Is No Crime

Authorities recently arrested a Florida man for “borrowing” his neighbor’s Wi-Fi. But who was harmed? Via [informationweek.com]Continue Reading