Mobile and wireless networks
Mobile and wireless networks are always evolving. Cellular technology has matured from 4G to 5G, which of course will lead to 6G innovations and networks. Wi-Fi has also seen several iterations of standards with Wi-Fi 6 as the latest generation. Despite their maturity, discover how wireless LAN (WLAN) systems continue to undergo transformations.
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Tip
26 Mar 2026
How to fix an iPhone Personal Hotspot that's not working
Hotspot issues can disrupt remote work and IT support. Here are the key fixes for connectivity, settings, carrier access and enterprise troubleshooting on an iPhone. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Mar 2026
How to troubleshoot when a hotspot is not working on Android
Android hotspots can fail because of carrier limits, settings conflicts, weak signal or security controls. Here are the quickest fixes IT teams should check first. Continue Reading
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Guide
02 Oct 2019
5G explained: A deep dive into the features and facts
In this 5G guide, learn about key features, challenges and deployment tips. This 5G explanation goes beyond the fundamentals and explores 5G's relationship to other technologies. Continue Reading
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Answer
01 Oct 2019
How will BSS coloring boost Wi-Fi 6 performance?
BSS coloring is a feature that will help accelerate Wi-Fi 6 performance. Find out how the new mechanism will help access points transmit more efficiently. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Sep 2019
5G, edge computing and IoT poised to retool networking
The combination of 5G and edge computing could introduce several changes for network operations. Find out why the network infrastructure -- along with fog computing -- is so important. Continue Reading
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Answer
11 Sep 2019
How does 802.11ax security benefit from WPA3?
Security methods like WPA3 and Opportunistic Wireless Encryption will give a boost to 802.11ax security, but securing the new wireless standard is still pretty complicated. Continue Reading
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News
28 Aug 2019
New Qualcomm Wi-Fi 6 platforms bring speed to large networks
Wi-Fi 6-enabled Qualcomm Networking Pro Series platforms come in four configurations, but all are intended for use in dense, congested networks like offices and malls. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Aug 2019
Gartner report provides reality check on the 5G hype
The next generation of cellular technology, 5G, is nearing peak hype status, according to a Gartner report. But real, widespread adoption is still several years away. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2019
Travel tech company revs up Wi-Fi performance with analytics
TravelTab needed to find a way to improve its Wi-Fi performance so it could better anticipate customer demands and bandwidth requirements. Analytics software from Aerohive helped. Continue Reading
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Answer
16 Aug 2019
What is 5G massive MIMO and how can it boost bandwidth?
With a large array of small antennas and time division duplex communication, 5G massive MIMO is expected to support more bandwidth and users with lower latency. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jul 2019
Industry grapples with new Wi-Fi naming conventions
What's in a name? As the industry gets accustomed to the WFA's new Wi-Fi naming conventions, networking pros discuss pros and cons -- and when to use Wi-Fi 6 vs. 802.11ax. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jul 2019
VMware acquisition of Uhana bolsters 5G offering to carriers
The VMware acquisition of Uhana adds AI-driven network automation to VMware's virtualization platform for carriers. VMware competes against IBM's Red Hat. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jul 2019
U.S. tech buyers expected to shun Huawei CloudEngine refresh
The latest refresh of the Huawei CloudEngine switches highlights the preference of U.S. and Chinese enterprises to buy homegrown gear. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2019
Mist Wi-Fi no longer just cloud
The Mist Wi-Fi is no longer cloud only. The company's new Mist Edge appliance splits some management components between the cloud and on premises. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2019
Aerohive Networks launches new Wi-Fi management products
Aerohive Networks is using AI and machine learning to provide behavior insights for Wi-Fi management with the launch of its new products, Traffic Insights and Maximum Client Capabilities. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jun 2019
CEO Robbins: Cisco won't use Huawei ban in sales pitch
CEO Chuck Robbins said Cisco won't use the U.S. ban on Huawei exports in sales pitches. Robbins also said the Huawei ban has not had an effect on sales. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jun 2019
New Arista campus switches, APs complete product portfolio
The latest Arista campus switches and Wi-Fi 6 APs meet enterprise requirements. But success against established rivals will depend on an effective sales and channel strategy. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Jun 2019
How 5G deployment will affect enterprise network hardware, software
Enterprise network architects can start thinking about 5G deployment now, focusing on mobile usage, real-time communications and 5G-capable network equipment. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Jun 2019
The 5G future will spark an evolution of telecom networks, ISPs
Telecom networks are evolving thanks to new technologies such as 5G. This evolution will affect various types of organizations, ISPs and available services. Continue Reading
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Guide
31 May 2019
An 802.11ax survival guide: Expectations for the Wi-Fi standard
This 802.11ax survival guide has the information you need for the newest Wi-Fi standard, including various expectations, device advice and available features. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 May 2019
School adopts Wi-Fi 6 in early Wi-Fi upgrade case study
High-capacity wireless can help close the gap between urban and rural schools. Here's how an aggressive Wi-Fi upgrade strategy helped one district meet its community's needs. Continue Reading
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Quiz
23 May 2019
What do you know about the history of Wi-Fi?
If you ever wonder how Wi-Fi got to where it is today, this quiz takes you through the vast history of Wi-Fi, from the first generation through 802.11ax's impending ratification. Continue Reading
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Quiz
17 May 2019
Test your wireless knowledge: What is 802.11ax?
Despite global hype, some network professionals still wonder what 802.11ax is and how it will change networking. This quiz covers essential information all Wi-Fi aficionados should know. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 May 2019
Will 5G networks require new network engineer skills?
The 5G network will likely affect network engineer skills in areas such as security, physical appliances and software. But enterprise teams won't see too much change, for now. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 May 2019
What are private 5G networks and could they emerge as a major trend?
In some network environments, businesses may need broader connection options for devices and automation. Private 5G networks, at some point, might be the answer. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 May 2019
DDoS attacks among top 5G security concerns
DDoS attacks top the list of primary security concerns for mobile operators now that 5G wireless is advancing as the number of connected devices grows. Continue Reading
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News
07 May 2019
New D-Link wireless access points launched for SMEs
Two new D-Link wireless access points have been added to D-Link's Wave 2 unified AP portfolio. Designed specifically for SMEs, the APs are flexible and scalable, according to the vendor. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 May 2019
Wi-Fi 6 and IoT could threaten the network
New advances in Wi-Fi technology -- like Wi-Fi 6 -- and IoT can create bottlenecks in legacy campus LANs due to increased throughput consumption and slower uplink speeds. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 May 2019
Benefits of 5G to drive enterprise adoption regardless of provider
Key 5G expectations among business decision-makers include improved network speed and reliability, and most enterprises are willing to obtain 5G regardless of provider or price. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 May 2019
Wireless capacity more important than fast Wi-Fi 6 speed
Wi-Fi 6 speed may be getting all the attention, but the most compelling advantages of the new standard are techniques engineered to increase wireless capacity. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Apr 2019
Wi-Fi 6 vs. 5G networks is more about cooperation than competition
While Wi-Fi 6 and 5G might experience some interference with each other, enterprises should focus on the handoff of connections between the two technologies. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Apr 2019
Should you buy 802.11ax devices before the Wi-Fi standard is ratified?
The Wi-Fi 6 standard has not been ratified yet, but enterprises are faced with a decision. Should they buy 802.11ax devices now or wait for the standard to be approved? Continue Reading
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Quiz
16 Apr 2019
What do you know about the history of mobile networks?
Though it still has a long way to go, 5G is finally here. This quiz takes you through mobile networking's history -- from first-generation wireless to 5G expectations. Continue Reading
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News
10 Apr 2019
Nokia: 5G network slicing could be a boon for security
According to Nokia's Kevin McNamee, the rise of 5G will mean more danger of IoT botnets, but also more options to secure those devices -- including using network slicing for segmentation. Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Apr 2019
Skip the wireless site survey cost and invest in more wireless APs
A wireless site survey simply provides a one-time snapshot of a work environment's wireless coverage. But Wi-Fi requires ongoing management based on several changing variables. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Apr 2019
Wireless site surveys and why you no longer need them
Wireless site surveys have always been part of a WLAN installation, but today that no longer should be the case. Capacity, not coverage, is more important. Continue Reading
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News
02 Apr 2019
Aruba ClearPass Device Insight IDs more IoT devices
Aruba ClearPass Device Insight discovers more IoT devices on the IP network than the company's previous product. The software collects better data from the network to ID hardware. Continue Reading
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Infographic
01 Apr 2019
802.11ax release date: Here's what has to happen first
Members of the IEEE committee developing the new wireless LAN standard now expect the final 802.11ax release date won't arrive until mid- to late-2020. Here's what has to happen first. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Mar 2019
With AI-based networking, UNH Wi-Fi gets smart
When the University of New Hampshire's residence halls went wireless-only, an AI-based networking tool from Aruba gave them a closer look at Wi-Fi performance. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Mar 2019
Spokane venues up their game with new guest Wi-Fi network
The Spokane Public Facilities District refreshed its Wi-Fi infrastructure with equipment from Aruba Networks for improved device support, coverage and IT management. Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Mar 2019
How to improve network speed and get faster Wi-Fi in 3 steps
Proper router placement and maintenance, along with tighter security controls, can help IT departments improve network speed and boost Wi-Fi performance. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Mar 2019
Take steps now to ready your network for 802.11ax specification
The 802.11ax specification promises higher speeds and lower latency. Preparing now will help you make the transition easier. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Feb 2019
3 developing 5G trends that differentiate it from 4G LTE
Operators may be more cautious about initial 5G deployments than originally expected. But three key elements differentiate 5G from 4G LTE, which could make it a better investment. Continue Reading
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Answer
26 Feb 2019
Wi-Fi 6: How does OFDMA work?
The new Wi-Fi 6 standard works harder but also smarter, thanks to a game-changing feature called orthogonal frequency-division multiple access. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2019
HPE, Juniper intro 5G hardware for the edge
Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Juniper Networks have introduced 5G hardware for service providers' network edge. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Feb 2019
Wireless network configuration basics: 5 steps to follow
Different wireless networks have different requirements. However, some common principles exist for strategizing your wireless network configuration steps. Continue Reading
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Feature
04 Feb 2019
Waiting too long for Wi-Fi upgrade puts security at risk
To the average end user, wireless gear tends to be out of sight and out of mind. But experts warn: Put off an overdue Wi-Fi upgrade and you put your network's security at risk. Continue Reading
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Quiz
01 Feb 2019
Do you know how to troubleshoot wireless connection problems?
Wireless connection issues are common, but discovering where the problems reside can be difficult. This quiz covers 10 commonly overlooked troubleshooting best practices. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jan 2019
8 common questions about the new Wi-Fi 6 standard
Industry excitement around the next-generation Wi-Fi standard continues to grow, with good reason -- many experts say Wi-Fi 6 is a game-changer. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jan 2019
6 steps to troubleshoot Wi-Fi network issues
In a business setting, as you troubleshoot Wi-Fi network issues, these six steps provide a foundation to get you started and keep you grounded when wireless problems hit. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Jan 2019
How Dartmouth College improved its campus-wide Wi-Fi
Dartmouth College brought 21st-century wireless infrastructure from Mist Systems to its 18th-century architecture in a highly anticipated update to its campus Wi-Fi. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Jan 2019
NetInsight enables proactive network performance monitoring
With NetInsight, network performance monitoring and analytics get smart. The cloud-based subscription service tells customers how their Wi-Fi stacks up and exactly how to improve. Continue Reading
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News
04 Jan 2019
Mobile 5G hype vs. reality in 2019
Hype will likely drown out the progress the mobile 5G industry is expected to make this year in preparing for augmented reality applications and other unique services in 2020. Continue Reading
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Infographic
28 Dec 2018
Final 802.11ax release date now slated for late 2019
When it comes to the hotly anticipated new wireless standard, are we there yet? This 802.11ax timeline notes key milestones in the draft's development and explains what's next. Continue Reading
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Opinion
27 Dec 2018
6 emerging trends in wireless networking technology for 2019
In 2019, expect to see some interesting trends in wireless networking technology, including a surge in millimeter waves, the budding potential for end-to-end network analytics and, of course, the ongoing development of 5G services. Continue Reading
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News
21 Dec 2018
AT&T 5G moves forward, as carrier pursues cost savings
The AT&T 5G network will be in seven more cities in the first half of 2019. The carrier is moving quickly with the rollout to take advantage of potential cost savings with 5G. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Dec 2018
Seneca College brings its campus Wi-Fi back to school
Wi-Fi has gone back to school. Seneca College deployed a new Wi-Fi system from Aruba Networks to support its tens of thousands of students, faculty and plentiful devices. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Dec 2018
Getting started with 5G network planning
This feature explores the basics of 5G technology, concerns from industry insiders, where it currently stands and predictions for its future. Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2018
Aruba 802.11ax APs, switches address niche market
Aruba has launched access points and switches aimed at early adopters of the next-generation Wi-Fi standard. The Aruba 802.11ax gear is aimed at colleges, retailers and hotels. Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Sep 2018
4G LTE or 5G could be your branch office backup internet connection
As of May, Citrix has entered this space, too. Continue Reading
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News
05 Sep 2018
5G services to headline Mobile World Congress Americas 2018
In a roundup of industry insights, 5G services will be a hot topic at Mobile World Congress, VMware embraces multi-cloud and cybersecurity platforms require key features. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2018
Juniper boosting performance of SRX5000 firewall for IoT, 5G
Juniper Networks has released an acceleration card for its SRX5000 line of firewalls. The SPC3 card readies the product for IoT, 5G and multi-cloud applications. Continue Reading
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News
06 Jul 2018
Cisco, Samsung finish 5G trial for home, IoT applications
Cisco, Samsung and French carrier Orange have completed a successful 5G trial. The companies' fixed wireless network delivered HD video to homes and provided IoT services. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jun 2018
Juniper unveils Penta chipset for 5G infrastructure
Juniper unveils the Penta chipset for carrier's 5G infrastructure. The packet-forwarding chip features higher speeds and low power consumption. Continue Reading
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News
13 Apr 2018
AT&T mobile 5G network falling short
The latest update on AT&T's mobile 5G network trials indicates the company will need to work faster to meet its goal of launching a commercial service by the end of the year. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2018
Enterprises won't reap benefits of 5G until 2020s
The first commercial 5G deployments are scheduled for later this year. One report's 5G timeline predicts many enterprises won't reap the benefits of 5G until the mid-2020s. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Feb 2018
How networking can prepare for 5G mobile technology
An 'average Joe' engineer discusses the impact 5G mobile technology may bring to his operation as developments around the standard heat up. Continue Reading
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Opinion
01 Feb 2018
The sky's the limit with 5G wireless communication
As the reality of 5G wireless communications builds, enterprises are looking toward new ways of doing business with higher speed and increased capacity. Continue Reading
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News
05 Jan 2018
AT&T 5G headed for 12 U.S. markets this year
AT&T plans to roll out 5G mobile services in a dozen U.S. markets by the end of the year. But details on the AT&T 5G services have not been released. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jul 2016
Cloud falling short as mobile management tool?
ICYMI: CenturyLink debuts a managed mobile analytics service in concert with Meraki; Xirrus rounds out its high-speed Wave 2 access point portfolio. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Jan 2016
How to troubleshoot iPhone and iPad connection problems
As iPhone and iPad Wi-Fi clients proliferate in the enterprise, IT must troubleshoot Wi-Fi connection problems. Here's how to solve basic iPhone and iPad connection problems. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Oct 2015
How to troubleshoot Android Wi-Fi connection problems
Android hotspots can fail because of carrier limits, settings conflicts, weak signal or security controls. Here are the quickest fixes IT teams should check first Continue Reading
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News
17 Jul 2014
How Apple iOS MAC address spoofing affects location-based services
Apple iOS 8 will add a MAC address spoofing feature to iPhones and iPads for wireless privacy. It could interfere with Wi-Fi location-based services used by many consumer-facing businesses. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 May 2013
Hotspot 2.0
Hotspot 2.0, also known as Wi-Fi Certified Passpoint, is a standard for public-access Wi-Fi that enables seamless roaming among Wi-Fi networks and between Wi-Fi and cellular networks. Continue Reading
