Wi-Fi (WiFi) stories - Page 12

Top tips to secure your home wifi network from net nasties
Tue, 13th Jun 2017
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Your home internet network is become more and more vulnerable. Here's what you can do to help protect it from hackers and other net nasties.

WiFi coming to select Air New Zealand flights starting now
Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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Air New Zealand introduces WiFi on overseas flights, commencing with a new Boeing 787 service to enhance customer experience.

Orcon says average monthly data usage (currently 150MB) soon to hit 1TB
Wed, 24th May 2017
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Data. You can almost never get enough, which has made it both the bane and blessing of modern life - Orcon says usage is about to skyrocket.

WiFi can create holograms of objects, even through walls
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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German researchers have developed a method using Wi-Fi signals to capture 3D hologram images of objects through walls and obstacles.

Google provides internet to disaster-struck Peru
Fri, 19th May 2017
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Google's Project Loon initiative has provided basic internet access to flood-hit regions of Peru over the past two months.

Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring internet to far corners of the Earth
Tue, 16th May 2017
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Half the world doesn’t have the luxury of being able to connect to the internet at their leisure, even though internet access is basic human right.

WatchGuard releases Wi-Fi access point for the rugged outdoor environment
Mon, 8th May 2017
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WatchGuard has taken its wireless solutions to the rugged outdoor environment with the release of a new cloud-ready wireless outdoor access point.

Spark to implement huge WiFi boost to Westpac Stadium
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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The obvious benefit is the improved ability for visitors to share their stadium experiences with friends and family, primarily on social media.

Employees who use public wifi are playing a game of risk, says CompTIA
Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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Employees could be putting your organisation at risk just by the wireless networks they use, says tech industry association CompTIA.

How to avoid choking up your organisation's wi-fi deployment
Tue, 7th Mar 2017
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Mobile devices and internet access are prevalent and organisations need to be vigilant about how they plan, deploy and validate wi-fi connections.

BYOD policies aren't all they shape up to be, says Netscout
Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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Netscout reveals the hidden disruptions of BYOD, highlighting control and Wi-Fi bandwidth challenges in the workplace.

Optus launches native WiFi calling for Aussie customers on the go
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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Optus launches WiFi Calling, allowing customers to make calls, send SMS and MMS, and use voice and messaging services over a WiFi connection.

Ruapehu free WiFi proving a hit
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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Free WiFi provided by the Ruapehu District Council is a hit in Taumarunui, Ohakune, and Raetihi, with hundreds of daily users.

How the changing workplace is affecting your WiFi network
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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WiFi networks need to protect sensitive data on customers, prospects, employees and intellectual property, and provide seamless, secure connectivity.

Aerohive eyes Ruckus channel in 'flagging competitor landscape'
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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Aerohive is eyeing up the Ruckus reseller channel as it seeks to expand its own reach and capitalise on new growth markets locally.

The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds
Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.

Troubleshooting wireless interference can be a nightmare for businesses
Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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Troubleshooting wireless interference is a challenge for many companies, but having the right tools can make all the difference, according to NETSCOUT.

Snapchat gets a new name and unveils some fancy sunglasses
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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Snapchat rebrands as Snap Inc. and announces new product, Spectacles - sunglasses with an integrated video camera.

How to solve the top five common wi-fi deployment issues
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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Deploying large-scale Wi-Fi networks can be plagued by delays and issues, affecting service quality and user experience, according to NETSCOUT APAC director.

Optus Business scores $20 million wi-fi contract for Vicinity shopping centres
Mon, 29th Aug 2016
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Optus has announced plans to roll out high-speed public wi-fi for visitors to 81 Australian shopping centres and six corporate sites.