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Wi-Fi

ALSO CALLED: Wireless Fidelity and WiFi
DEFINITION: Wi-Fi (short for "wireless fidelity") is a term forcertain types of wireless local area network (WLAN) that use specifications in the 802.11 family. The term Wi-Fi was created by an organization called the Wi-Fi Alliance, which overseestests that certify  … 
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Upgrading to "full 802.11n"
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
PODCAST: In this podcast, Lisa Phifer and Kate Dostart discuss what businesses can expect to see in the final 802.11n standard and how those "full 802.11n" differences will and won't impact your deployments.
Posted: 18 Nov 2008 | Premiered: 18 Nov 2008
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TOPICS:  NGN | OFDM | Wi-Fi | Wireless Networks | WLAN

Forrester Consulting - Is Mobile WAN Optimization Right For You?
sponsored by Riverbed Technology, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Download this paper today and discover the payoff for implementing mobile WAN optimization across your enterprise.
Posted: 03 Nov 2008 | Published: 03 Nov 2008
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eBook: The Definitive Guide to Converged Network Management
sponsored by CA
BOOK: This guide highlights the overall service management challenges facing enterprise business and identify common industry best practices for effectively managing an integrated, unified communications environment using VoIP.
Posted: 31 Oct 2008 | Published: 30 Oct 2008
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Enhancing Managed Services through MSBG Deployment
sponsored by LSI Corporation
WHITE PAPER: MSBGs combine voice, enterprise data, Internet access, firewall capabilities, security services, VPN operation and management, in addition to a variety of hosted services.
Posted: 30 Oct 2008 | Published: 30 Oct 2008
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The Case for an Untethered Enterprise
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Learn how to take your enterprise completely wireless by implementing the most up to date wireless technology.
Posted: 23 Oct 2008 | Published: 22 Oct 2008
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WPA2 Security: Choosing the Right WLAN Authentication Method for Homes and Enterprises
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER: This paper will explore the authentication methods available with WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) and identify several important best practices to consider when deploying a wireless network at home or in the enterprise.
Posted: 14 Oct 2008 | Published: 11 Oct 2008
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High Performance Wi-Fi Demystified
sponsored by Xirrus
PRODUCT LITERATURE: The Xirrus Wi-Fi Array represents the next generation in wireless LAN (WLAN) architectures.
Posted: 02 Oct 2008 | Published: 02 Oct 2008
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802.11n Demystified Companion Guide
sponsored by Xirrus
WHITE PAPER: This guide provides an overview of 802.11n-including how this new standard will deliver higher performance than existing 802.11a/b/g networks, and what network managers should do to prepare their networks to achieve the highest performance.
Posted: 19 Sep 2008 | Published: 19 Sep 2008
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Introduction to Wireless Networking
sponsored by WildPackets, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Wireless network access is a critical element in all enterprise networks, whether by design, by extension, or by default. This white paper explains the architecture, topologies, and security issues of wireless networks.
Posted: 26 Aug 2008 | Published: 26 Aug 2008
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Forrester Research: Mobility Trends in Financial Services
sponsored by Avaya Inc.
ANALYST REPORT: Recent Avaya-sponsored research conducted by Forrester Consulting on unified communications in financial services revealed that 50% of financial services employees are mobile 25% of the time during the work week. Read this for the details.
Posted: 22 Aug 2008 | Published: 22 Aug 2008
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Welcome to Your Internet Future - Mobile Broadband Brought to You by WiMAX
sponsored by Intel Corporation
WHITE PAPER: WiMAX is a new way of subscribing to mobile Internet access through a wireless connection, direct to your service provider, it gives you reliable, convenient broadband access on the go, for real-time information and entertainment.
Posted: 24 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Dec 2007
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Avaya Unified Communications Can Reduce Cell Phone Expenses
sponsored by Avaya Inc.
WHITE PAPER: By converging real-time, near-real-time, and non-real-time business communication applications, Avaya Intelligent Communications can dramatically reduce cell phone expenses, taking Unified Communications to the next level.
Posted: 01 Jul 2008 | Published: 01 Jun 2008
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Lost Connections: New software improves the reliability of wireless links, cutting down on the headache of constant crashes
sponsored by NetMotion Wireless
JOURNAL ARTICLE: This article discusses about the software from mobile-VPN providers whose aim is to make the connections stronger, or to keep the programs running even if the connection is temporarily severed.
Posted: 27 Jun 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2007
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Motorola Wireless Broadband: Video Surveillance Solutions
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details how wireless video systems can improve performance and increase revenue.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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Understanding Dynamic Frequency Selection and the Motorola wi4 Fixed Portfolio
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This document highlights the details behind the recent Dynamic Frequency Selection government mandate and addresses the implementation requirements for the wi4 Fixed Point-to-Multipoint Canopy platform and the Point-to-Point 100 Series.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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DYNAMIC FREQUENCY SELECTION (DFS) REGULATIONS AND THE IMPLICATIONS TO SERVICE PROVIDERS
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper discusses automated DFS configuration solutions that simplify implementation, operation and compliance of networks using 5 GHz unlicensed frequency bands worldwide.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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Genesis Wireless Brings Service to Resort, Builds Revenue
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details how one service provider implemented point-to-point wireless. Learn the approach the provider took, the benefits the provider received, the challenges they faced and how they over came those challenges.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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Point-to-Point Broadband Wireless for Service Providers: Backhaul traffic, remove network bottlenecks and extend service to previously inaccessible locations
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper presents multiple approaches and technologies for point-to-point wireless and the advantages and challenges of each. Learn which approach is best for your organization.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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Eyes on the Street: How Wireless Video Solutions are Transforming Public Safety
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper details how wireless video solutions are transforming the way public safety is run.
Posted: 29 May 2008 | Published: 01 May 2008
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The Many Faces of Single Sign On
sponsored by Quest Software
WHITE PAPER: Single sign-on is an example of something that everybody wants, but nobody ever really totally achieves.
Posted: 16 May 2008 | Published: 01 Mar 2008
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Bringing Wi-Fi and Cellular Together in One Smartphone
sponsored by BlackBerry
PRODUCT LITERATURE: Wi-Fi® enabled BlackBerry® smartphones give you Wi-Fi access, which means that if your organization has deployed the BlackBerry Enterprise Solution, you can securely access all your corporate data over Wi-Fi networks.
Posted: 08 Apr 2008 | Published: 01 Apr 2008
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Demystifying the 802.11a/b/g Wireless Standard
sponsored by Xirrus
WHITE PAPER: This guide will provide an overview of the 802.11a/b/g standard, including a discussion on how these standards compare in regards to bandwidth, available channels, and the impact of interference on each.
Posted: 06 Feb 2008 | Published: 01 Jan 2007
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Accessing BlackBerry Data Services Using Wi-Fi Networks
sponsored by BlackBerry
WHITE PAPER: Find out how you can complete multiple tasks at once to increase productivity by accessing both wireless and Wi-Fi networks together using the BlackBerry 8820 Smartphone.
Posted: 02 Aug 2007 | Published: 23 Jul 2007
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A Manager's Guide to Wireless Hotspots - How to Take Advantage of Them While Protecting the Security of Your Corporate Network
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This paper discusses the security risks inherent in public Wi-Fi Internet access and the best ways to mitigate these risks. It also discusses the benefits of hosting a corporate hotspot of your own.
Posted: 29 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 May 2007
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Mesh Networking - A Revolution in Anywhere, Anytime Wireless Connectivity
sponsored by Motorola, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Read this white paper to learn how mesh networks provide unprecedented coverage and throughput, flexibility and a cost effective solution.
Posted: 08 Jun 2007 | Published: 01 Jan 2005
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WI-FI DEFINITION (continued): …  product interoperability. A product thatpasses the alliance tests is given the label "Wi-Ficertified" (a registered trademark).

Originally, Wi-Fi certification was applicable only toproducts using the 802.11b standard. Today, Wi-Fi can apply toproducts that use any 802.11 standard. The 802.11specifications are part of an evolving set of wireless networkstandards known as the 802.11 family. The particularspecification under which a Wi-Fi network operates is calledthe "flavor" … 
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