Often lumped together, but WLAN and WiFi are not the same thing Photo: Getty Images The terms “WLAN” and “WiFi” are often used to describe the wireless network in your own home or Internet access in a ...

This article appeared in Microwaves & RF and has been published here with permission. Download this article in PDF format. Wireless local-area networks provide internet access for many users in ...

As the IoT continues to expand, wireless protocols need to support applications that require higher network capacity, faster data rates, and more robust security. A comparison of Wi-Fi HaLow with ...

In today’s digital age, maintaining a strong and reliable internet connection is essential for both work and pleasure. As technology evolves, the options for home networking have expanded, leading to ...

Wi-Fi has become an integral part of modern-day living. It allows us to work from home, play online games, and more — all without being tied to fixed locations or cables. But let's face it, even if ...

Before I started on the CNET broadband beat, I didn't know much about the internet. Like most people, I only thought about my internet when it wasn't working. As I started learning more about how the ...

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Your internet service provider (ISP) brings the internet into your home through a modem. A router then converts that signal ...

Wifi can be a tricky thing. Even if you have a home within the square footage of your router's listed range, you might not always have the best signal (or any signal at all) in far corners of the ...