Wireless Networking

Unplug and be free! This section includes all our content related to wireless networking. More general mobile/wireless material can be found in mobile computing.


When it comes to free internet services, that often means that you’re paying by providing data that may be far more valuable than the fees...


The best way to look at OSI and network virtualization is to liken them to blueprints to a house. Every house has a foundation, walls, roof...


Recent VPNpro research uncovers concern over the common use of malicious apps, including VPN apps, largely due to the fact that Google Play...


The network administrator is the connector of pieces and the guardian of the network as a whole, but they are also a lot more.


As innovation continues to bring us more and more immersive products and services, our lives become more and more dependent on them, and...


5G networks are expected to deliver far much more data much more quickly than 4G, which expands the possibilities of real time...


After years of hype and speculation about 5G, we're finally getting to see it in action. Here's what we know about it so far, and what you...


These days, a good Wi-Fi network can make or break a business. That's why preventing Wi-Fi interference is crucial. Here we take a look at...


Wi-Fi technology has resulted in an explosion of connectivity, but this communication medium has some vulnerabilities. If proper...


Likely you've seen QR codes everywhere. Let's take a look at what these codes are, how they work and how they are used.


The Diameter Signaling Protocol has numerous advantages over its predecessor, RADIUS, including its support for authentication,...


Deployments of 5G mobile communications networks are being planned around the world. The effort involves alliances of various countries,...


Most people don't think about what it takes to maintain their cell phone coverage, but tower climbers are the people who make it all...


Is it better to have access to limited parts of the Internet than to have no access at all? This is a hotly debated question surrounding...


What if you could charge your smartphone throughout the day, without ever having to remove it from your pocket or purse? That's what the...


Google is known for unique and ambitious projects, and Loon is no exception - it uses hot air balloons to broadcast Wi-Fi signals,...


Public Wi-Fi is a modern convenience that many people take for granted. However, tapping into public Wi-Fi could be putting your data at...


5G wireless is just around the corner. Here's what to expect when it arrives.


So you dropped your phone down the toilet? Fear not. This infographic could potentially save the day and your money.