When researching how to set up a Wi-Fi network, you're going to hear a lot of talk about routers and access points. While both help you connect to the internet, their roles in a network are ...

With more unlicensed wireless spectrum and specifications for MU-MIMO and OFDMA, the Wi-Fi 6 standard promises faster, more reliable networks, but not all vendors meet all the specs. Wi-Fi 6 has some ...

Management recently heard about wardriving and is very concerned that corporate information is being intercepted by those who don’t need to see it. They want me to make sure that the networks are ...

A wireless access point connects to your router, usually over Ethernet, and wirelessly communicates with your Ethernet-less devices. Most home users have routers with wireless access points built in, ...

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Wireless access points (WAPs) have become a crucial component of modern networking infrastructure in the age of ubiquitous connection. These units are essential for sustaining wireless communication ...

Wireless technology is dramatically changing the world of computing, creating new business opportunities but also increasing security risks. Wireless LANs, which use radio frequencies to broadcast in ...

Adam Stone writes on technology trends from Annapolis, Md., with a focus on government IT, military and first-responder technologies. The University of Michigan is just wrapping up a major ...