Category: Commentary

When Intel releases its Grantsdale family of chipsets, motherboard makers can buy wireless capabilities to add onto the board. Intel will, apparently, switch off this wi-fi support by default, a wise move indeed in our opinion. Via [theinquirer.net]

In a perfect world of wireless security, no data ever lies exposed on the disks of mobile clients. There's never a possibility of rogue access points (AP) hijacking critical log-in data. All wireless datagrams are encrypted to stymie those sniffing sessions out of thin air. This perfect world evaporates with users, the weak link in...

Voice-over-IP technology operating over wireless LANs has redefined voice communications, offering greater mobility and dramatic savings. Via [computerworld.com]

Vendors insist third generation mobile and Wi-Fi hot spots are complementary technologies, while analysts claim that for IT professionals, it's decision time again. Via [insight.zdnet.co.uk]

Wireless LANs are maturing rapidly but expect rough patches along the way Via [infoworld.com]

Opinion: Microsoft's forgettable foray into 802.11 hardware sales demonstrates the power of management guru Tom Peters' principle: stick to the knitting. Via [eweek.com]

Trying to get a grip on wireless technology? It's really not all that complicated. Here's a guide to get you started. Via [msnbc.msn.com]

Wireless gear using the family of 802.11 standards still rules. But new flavors are beginning to push out Wi-Fi in favor of WiMax and variations that support roaming and connections at faster speeds. Via [informationweek.com]

The market for wireless networks is growing fast. But one thing hasn't changed: security is still a major concern for many IT directors. Via [vnunet.com]

Before Wi-Fi can fully fulfil its promise, there is the small matter of a raft of outdated legislation to be dealt with - some of which threatens the innocent user with an appearance before a judge. Via [theregister.co.uk]

Last August, I gave the reasons why wireless hot spots would not survive. Stubbornly, public Wi-Fi access providers don't agree. They still see the hundreds of thousands of storefronts that lack access points as green fields waiting to be plowed. Via [infoworld.com]

PC Magazine has reviewed 802.11b products since they first appeared in 1999. Although 802.11b products have fueled the growth of wireless LAN technology for five impressive years, we think now is the time to say no to buying new "b" products for your home or small office. We are in no way suggesting, however, that...

Senior directors now have no choice but to ensure that their businesses address security vulnerabilities in their Wi-Fi-enabled PCs and laptops, Capgemini will tell delegates at Infosecurity Europe this week. Via [computerweekly.com]

Spectrum changes that would make fast, cheap wireless broadband Internet service a reality can't come fast enough. Via [eweek.com]

China and the United States have reached agreement on several contentious trade issues after talks between the visiting Chinese Vice-Premier Wu Yi and US officials in Washington. Via [news.bbc.co.uk]