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What's shaping the future of wireless networking technology?

By Lee Badman 26 Jun 2023

Cloud-managed Wi-Fi, radio spectrum expansion and the hybrid workplace are some of the converging developments that are modernizing wireless networks. Read More

Despite WLAN speed growth, do we really need mGig?

By Lee Badman 10 Apr 2018

Networking vendors introduced mGig to support 802.11ac Wave 2 devices within enterprise networks. But do you really need to upgrade to accommodate the new WLAN speed? Read More

The on-premises vs. cloud-managed WLAN architecture debate

By Andrew Froehlich 30 Mar 2018

Although on-premises WLANs and cloud WLANs both offer significant advantages, determining which approach will provide the best return depends on several factors. Read More

Verizon kicks off managed SD-WLAN service with Mist

By Chuck Moozakis 20 Feb 2018

Verizon is using technology from Mist to anchor a managed SD-WLAN service in an effort to extend its service footprint to customers' WLANs. Read More

Wi-Fi AP placement best practices and security policies

By Lee Badman 10 Jul 2023

From a security standpoint, Wi-Fi network designers should consider the physical and logical placement of APs, as well as management, segmentation and rogue devices. Read More

Why some Wi-Fi jobs are best for WLAN professionals to avoid

By Lee Badman 10 Aug 2017

Some Wi-Fi jobs can become nearly impossible to complete. When engineers contend with inflated expectations or bad designs, it may be best to walk away. Read More

Dell, Aerohive partner in WLAN infrastructure management

By Antone Gonsalves 28 Apr 2016

Partners Dell and Aerohive have collaborated on software for managing WLAN infrastructure hardware, including switches and access points. Read More

How cloud-managed Wi-Fi simplifies policy and AP controls

By John Burke 20 Jan 2023

Cloud-managed Wi-Fi provides IT groups with several benefits, including policy enforcement, network management and consistent AP configuration across multiple sites. Read More

Traditional networks vs. IoT networks: What's the difference?

By Andrew Froehlich 29 Jun 2023

An enterprise network is a system of interconnected devices that share information, while IoT is a system of devices connected to the internet that provides key analytics. Read More

An overview of 802.1X authentication methods and EAP

By Jennifer English, Lisa Phifer 31 May 2023

Enterprises use 802.1X authentication to manage their wireless LANs, and that process relies on the Extensible Authentication Protocol and its various types. Read More