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Verizon Wireless announces LTE for its 4G plans
Verizon Wireless has announced its decision to develop and utilize Long Term Evolution (LTE) for its fourth generation wireless network.Brighthand.com
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ESMR (Enhanced Specialized Mobile Radio)
Also see Specialized Mobile Radio (SMR).Definition
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GSM (Global System for Mobile communication)
GSM (Global System for Mobile communication) is a digital mobile telephony system that is widely used in Europe and other parts of the world. GSM uses a variation of time division multiple access (TDMA) and is the most widely used of the three digital wireless telephony technologies....(Continued)Definition
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Mobile IP
Mobile IP is an Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) standard communications protocol that is designed to allow mobile device users to move from one network to another while maintaining their permanent IP address.Definition
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Mobile IPv6 (MIPv6 or Mobile Internet Protocol version 6)
Mobile IPv6 (MIPv6) is a protocol developed as a subset of Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) to support mobile connections.Definition
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Hierarchical Mobile IPv6 (HMIPv6)
Hierarchical Mobile IPv6 (HMIPv6) is the proposed enhancement of Mobile Internet Protocol versions 6 (MIPv6) that is designed to reduce the amount of signaling required and to improve handoffspeed for mobile connections.Definition
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Wireless signal penetration
In this Q&A, Lisa Phifer addresses wireless signal penetration power of 802.11g versus 802.11b.Ask the Expert
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I'm about to embark on a CWNA course, and I'm wondering how in-depth the RF math is?
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How can QoS be maintained on 802.11?
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Can you give me an overview of how voice over WLAN works?
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Wi-Fi range extender (range expander)
A Wi-Fi range extender, sometimes called a range expander, is a type of wireless repeater used to expand the reach of a wireless LAN. The device is situated in between a base router or access point and a client that is not close enough to receive acceptable service or one that is on the other side of a barrier.Definition
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Efficient enterprise Wi-Fi coverage requires hybrid approach
Enterprise Wi-Fi coverage is a key aspect of communications infrastructure planning as dual-mode smartphones and mobile handsets replace desk phones. Successful Wi-Fi strategies must incorporate hybrid technologies like DAS, femtocell and FMC.Tip
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wireless distribution system (WDS)
A wireless distribution system (WDS) is a method of interconnecting access points (AP) in a wireless local area network (WLAN). WDS makes it possible to expand the network range without requiring that access points connect through a wired backbone.Definition
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What the Dickens!
For a little geeky and festive fun, try our new quiz, What the Dickens! In which, Dear Reader, we ask the techy questions and then supply hints from the text of Charles Dickens' seasonal classic, "A Christmas Carol."Quiz
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Eliminating interference thru Wi-Fi spectrum analysis
As Wi-Fi matures from convenient, as-needed access to full-time support for mission critical applications, companies are becoming increasingly concerned about optimizing performance and reducing radio interference.Tip
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Will 802.11e solve problems with excessive packet loss and jitter with VoWLAN?
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QoS in VoWLAN
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How far can a wireless VoIP phone go?
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What are some of business advantages to VoWLAN?
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Will 802.11e be the savior for VoWLAN that everyone claims it to be?
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WAPI (WLAN Authentication and Privacy Infrastructure)
WAPI (WLAN Authentication and Privacy Infrastructure) is the wireless local area network (WLAN) standard officially supported by the Chinese state government.Definition
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Internet
The Internet, sometimes called simply "the Net," is a worldwide system of computer networks - a network of networks in which users at any one computer can, if they have permission, get information from any other computer (and sometimes talk directly to users at other computers).Definition
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HSDPA (High-Speed Downlink Packet Access)
High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) is a packet-based mobile telephony protocol used in 3G UMTS radio networks. (...Continued)Definition
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ReefEdge cuts staff, reworks strategy
The wireless LAN security and management vendor has trimmed its staff and is reworking its strategy, the latest sign that the WLAN market could be moving toward a dramatic consolidation.Article | 23 Nov 2004
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D-Link ships WPA in USB format
This 802.11b USB stick makes it easy to add Wi-Fi Protected Access to WinXP desktops and laptops; can also be used with WEP on most PCs or Macs.Tip
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Dealing with mobility, data privacy regulations and Civil Code section 1798.8
PDAs and smartphones access sensitive data from networked resources yet remain outside the network's control. Often overlooked and unprotected, these devices pose new threats.Tip
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Wireless security trade-offs
Are enterprise users better off today in terms of wireless than they were even a year or two ago?Tip
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The latest in wireless security
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Security provider offers Wi-Fi authentication for SMBs
Wireless Security Corp. is offering a new service that lets SMBs outsource Wi-Fi security and authentication, helping companies with the difficult and time-consuming task of managing wireless security.Article | 20 Oct 2003
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Mobile Trends: Enabling a wireless Big Brother?
Vendors like Proxim are now offering wireless surveillance systems that strive to deliver affordable video monitoring to more companies through 802.11 technology.Tip
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Mobile Wi-Fi hotspots for the enterprise
Businesses have taken notice of the mobile Wi-Fi hotspots trend and have invested in mobile hotspot devices. Question is, which of several options is most suitable for business?Tip
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802.xx Fast Reference: Guide to 802.11, wireless standards, WLANs, WiMax
802.xx is a family of wireless and mobile networking specifications developed by the IEEE. Learn more...Fast Lookup
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PDA Download | Mobile Trivia: Wireless Standards and Protocols Quiz
Looking for a fun and convenient way to learn more about wireless standards and protocols? Now you can take our quizzes with you in the palm of your hand, if you have a Palm OS device. Weighing in at a petite 3k, this little quiz will help you bone up by taking the quiz over and over until you have the answers down pat.Article | 31 Mar 2004
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Quiz: Wireless standards and protocols
New wireless standards and protocols are emerging all the time. Test your knowledge with our quiz.Tip
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CIOs concerned by wireless standards, security
According to CIOs who spoke at the CeBit America conference, technology decision makers are reluctant to buy into wireless technologies because of security concerns and a lack of standardization. Despite the issues, wireless services are becoming mission critical to a growing number of enterprises.News | 20 Jun 2003
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Wireless standards overview
Wireless local are networks (LANs) have a broad range of standards, some of which are well established and interoperable, others of which are still emerging, and when it comes to security standards, interoperability may be a way off yet.Article | 11 Apr 2003