Spending on wireless LAN and IP telephony will double in four years, with government spending the most. Via [informationweek.com]… Continue Reading
Daily Archives: October 26, 2005
WiMax Is Hype, Says Nokia
The tech industry is getting overheated about the long-range broadband access technology WiMax, according to one Nokia exec. Via [networks.silicon.com]… Continue Reading
Seattle Neighborhoods’ Free Wi-Fi Hits Snags
Five months ago, Mayor Greg Nickels flawlessly demonstrated a new city-run wireless Internet system in Columbia City as part of a program to see if free access could boost business in certain neighborhoods. Via [seattletimes.nwsource.com]… Continue Reading
Intel Calls The Wi-Fi Shots
As they often do when they’re not happy with the way things are going, a collection of tech-heavy hitters led by Intel may be trying to take control of an important Wi-Fi standards process. Via [news.zdnet.com]… Continue Reading
Don’t Let Fear Kill Muni Wi-Fi
Plans are afoot in Philadelphia and Huntsville, Alabama, as well as my hometown of San Francisco, to provide residents with low-cost or free wireless internet access. It’s a great idea whose time has come, like drinking fountains, public toilets and park benches. But last week, the San Francisco Chronicle reported that my city’s mayor expects… Continue Reading