World of Wi-Fi Roundup - The invisible Wi-Fi & networking experts behind the world’s biggest events - July 25, 2024
Here’s what’s been happening in the world of Wi-Fi and what it all means for the future of connectivity.
The invisible Wi-Fi & networking experts behind the world’s biggest events
When it comes to large scale events, a robust Wi-Fi deployment is critical to supporting a best-in-class fan experience. For a large event network – such as for a major international football tournament – a venue may require thousands of Wi-Fi access points to support tens of thousands of users across multiple locations. From music festivals to international political gatherings, companies like Swisscom deliver Wi-Fi connectivity for visitors, ensuring a reliable wireless connection.
Full Story: Wi-Fi NOW & Global (7/18)
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West End Live and London Pride gain from next-gen connectivity
Attendees of West End Live and London Pride in central London reportedly were able “to stream, download, upload and communicate speedily” thanks to Wi-Fi connectivity that is built to support large-scale events. Carrying over 100GB of data for Pride in London and 130GB for West End Live, the outdoor Wi-Fi network served as an efficient, reliable connectivity solution for users.
Full Story: Computer Weekly (7/11)
What is Multi-Access Point Coordination (MAPC) in Wi-Fi 8?
The Wi-Fi industry is always staying above the curve, developing technology to meet users where we’re going. As we look to the next generation of Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi 8, many features remain uncertain, yet it’s expected to be “aimed at industrial applications, providing high-reliability, ultra-low latency and support for extremely high node density.” One feature that is anticipated for Wi-Fi 8 is Multi-Access Point Coordination (MAPC), which builds upon the network management improvements of previous generations of Wi-Fi.
Full Story: RCR Wireless (7/18)
How Extreme Networks uses Wi-Fi 6e to load the bases at Oracle Park
Oracle Park prides itself on having “no bad seats”— this applies to the views and the Wi-Fi connectivity. If a visitor wants to stream the game, post a selfie or videochat with friends, the capacity is there thanks to Wi-Fi 6E. 6 GHz Wi-Fi is a “top option for high-density environments, such as sports stadiums.”
Full Story: sdxcentral (7/23)