The support gives companies added assurance that their Intel-based devices will interoperate with Cisco Wi-Fi access points. Via [informationweek.com]… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Intel
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
Intel Leads Wi-Fi Chipmakers In New Forum
Intel, Broadcom, Marvel and Atheros have sidestepped the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers’ process to work on a draft of the new 802.11n standard, which the vendors plan to submit to the IEEE’s working group for consideration, sources say. Via [zdnet.com.au]… Continue Reading
Intel Sees WiMax Trials In Parts Of Asia End-2005
Intel Corp., the world’s largest microchip maker, said on Thursday it expected to implement trials of the emerging wireless broadband technology called “WiMax” in Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines by year-end. Via [today.reuters.co.uk]… Continue Reading
Intel Eyes African Expansion, WiMax Launch
The world’s biggest chip maker, Intel, is expanding to Nigeria and Kenya to beef up its African business and hopes WiMax wireless technology will be launched commercially on the continent this year. Via [za.today.reuters.com]… Continue Reading
Nortel Allies With Intel, Airspan For WiMAX
Nortel has linked with Intel and Airspan as part of its strategy to supply and develop products for both fixed and mobile WiMAX. Via [commsdesign.com]… Continue Reading
FCC Pushes WIMax OK For Katrina Victims, Intel Supplies The Hardware
A group of wireless internet providers along with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Emergency Management Agency, have decided to jointly work and install WiMax technology at an evacuation shelter and other locations recently devastated by Katrina hurricane. The joint exercise is an effort to expeditiously restore the communication network in the affected area.… Continue Reading
Intel-Led Alliance Stirs Angst Over Wireless Spec’s Future
By working outside of the IEEE’s 802.11n next-generation task group, Intel has angered industry participants who accuse the Intel-led alliance of everything from co-opting the standards process to outright antitrust violations. Via [informationweek.com]… Continue Reading
Intel, Microsoft Vista Promise Wi-Fi Simple Config
A presentation by Intel’s Harsha Hegde and Microsoft’s Scott Manchester at the Developer Forum last week, promised better security in the future for wi-fi networks. Via [theinquirer.net]… Continue Reading
Intel And Cisco Partner On VoIP And Wi-Fi Access
The companies hope to create systems that are secure and easy to use for both home and business environments, executives say. Via [informationweek.com]… Continue Reading
Intel’s Path To Disruption
No technology conference would be complete without a flashy presentation of the future, preferably featuring a smiling family immersed in a world of limitless digital content available at their fingertips. Via [wired.com]… Continue Reading
Intel Preps ‘GPS For Wi-Fi’ Location Tech
Intel today demonstrated a location-detection system for Wi-Fi networks that it claims will provide far more accurate readings than traditional triangulation techniques. Via [theregister.co.uk]… Continue Reading
Intel Advances Faster Wireless USB Spec
Intel is pushing its wireless USB initiative to faster data transfer rates that enable fewer cables for peripherals like printers, scanners, digital cameras and storage devices. Via [internetnews.com]… Continue Reading
Intel, Cisco Fine-Tune Wireless Networking
Intel and Cisco Systems are linking their plans to improve the reliability of wireless computer networks and the quality of Internet voice communication. Via [news.zdnet.com]… Continue Reading
Intel Action Could Delay Next-Gen Wi-Fi: Analysts
Intel is leading a small group of firms that want to write a “whole new proposal,” according to one industry watcher, which means the standard currently on the table could be delayed. Via [informationweek.com]… Continue Reading