News tagged with access point

Researchers show how to use portable devices' built-in motion sensors to improve data rates on wireless networks

For most of the 20th century, the paradigm of wireless communication was a radio station with a single high-power transmitter. As long as you were within 20 miles or so of the transmitter, you could pick up ...

Technology / Computer Sciences

created Apr 12, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Wi-Fi Direct allows P2P connections without Wi-Fi hot spots (w/ Video)

(PhysOrg.com) -- The Wi-Fi Alliance has begun certifying laptop components incorporating the new Wi-Fi Direct technology, which provides peer-to-peer (P2P) Wi-Fi connections between devices such as cameras ...

Technology / Telecom

created Oct 26, 2010 | popularity 4.3 / 5 (6) | comments 8 | with audio podcast report

Microsoft Incorporates Virtual WiFi Technology into Windows 7

(PhysOrg.com) -- Virtual WiFi will enable Windows 7 and future operating systems to see a single WLAN adapter as multiple WLAN adapters by the operating system. This feature is available in Windows 7 RC1, ...

Technology / Software

created May 18, 2009 | popularity 1.7 / 5 (11) | comments 4 weblog

Wireless at WARP speed

Nothing kills innovation like having to reinvent the wheel. Imagine how dull your diet would be if you had to build a new stove and hammer out a few cooking pots every time you wanted to test a new recipe. ...

Technology / Engineering

created Jan 29, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Study: Unlicensed spectrum space worth $100 billion for wireless use

A study commissioned by Microsoft Corp. estimates that the unlicensed "white spaces" spectrum coveted by the software giant and other technology companies could be worth more than $100 billion over the next 15 years.

Technology / Telecom

created Sep 25, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Tech review: Devices let Internet go where you do

I'm envisioning a future where you get Internet access everywhere through the air, like your cellphone.

Technology / Telecom

created Feb 23, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

On the hunt for naked Wi-Fi hotspots with a wireless detective

To my untrained eyes, it was a bright and clear Silicon Valley day as we sat in the parking lot of a North San Jose high-tech company. But Dr. Amit Sinha, Motorola engineer and Wi-Fi detective, knew we were surrounded by ...

Technology / Telecom

created Apr 07, 2010 | popularity 4.7 / 5 (3) | comments 0

Study: TV king in US, Asians rely on mobile video

(AP) -- The Chinese watch half as much television each day as Americans do, but they are more likely to catch video on computer or mobile phones.

Technology / Telecom

created Aug 04, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Mobile learning with iPhone now possible

Developing countries often lack the appropriate infrastructure and trained personnel to enable lifelong learning or continuing education. Although broadband Internet is on the rise, it still requires a big funds investment. ...

Technology / Software

created Mar 18, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 1

Variables play into how well wireless works

In a recent column, Dianne Dunlap, a customer support engineer specializing in wireless technology for Cisco Systems, gave a thorough breakdown of how to check whether wireless Internet connectivity problems are due to wireless ...

Technology / Telecom

created Aug 28, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Motorola Introduces Cost-Effective Single RAN Solution for WiMAX Evolution

The Networks business of Motorola today introduced its WiMAX Evolution solution for operators to upgrade existing WiMAX 802.16e / 802.16e Enhanced networks to 802.16m or TD-LTE or to add LTE to their existing WiMAX networks.

Technology / Telecom

created Jun 16, 2010 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0