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IEEE 802.11ay Wi-Fi standard could offer four times the bandwidth of predecessor, help facilitate communication between nearby devices

Per the rumor mill, the next generation of iPhones could support a new protocol known as “IEEE 802.11ay.”: The technology could help aid communication to devices in close proximity to each other. The IEEE 802.11ay standard offers four times the bandwidth of its predecessor, and adds four streams of multiple reception/transmission. The protocol also uses […]

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Wi-Fi 6 protocol to expand into 6 GHz band, will be entitled “Wi-Fi 6E”

The future of Wi-Fi will expand into the 6GHz band as well as be speedier. Per the WiFi Alliance, the Wi-Fi 6 protocol will extend into the 6 GHz band as well as offer faster performance, faster data rates, and lower latency. The agency also stated that the new protocol would be entitled “Wi-Fi 6E,” […]

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Security experts caution against restarting your computer in cases of malware infection

A group of security experts has stated that if your computer has been infected with malware, it’s best to avoid restarting it. Instead, users should turn off their Wi-Fi, power off the computer, and begin looking for IT help. A recent survey of 1,180 U.S. adults shows that 30 percent restarted their computer to deal with […]

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Wi-Fi 6 protocol launches, offering faster data rates, increased capacity, other new features

Stick around and the networking protocols will get faster. The Wi-Fi 6 protocol launched on Monday. Based on the 802.11ax standard, the new protocol offers the following nifty bells and whistles: Higher data rates Increased capacity Performance in environments with many connected devices Improved power efficiency The new standard is supported by the iPhone 11, […]

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Intel unveils 10th-gen Core processors, looks to place chips in thin, light notebooks this holiday season

Intel on Thursday unveiled its first 10th-generation Core processors, codenamed “Ice Lake.” The processors, which were built using a 10-nanometer production process, are designed for thin-and-light notebooks, and could potentially power future entry-level 13-inch MacBook Pro and MacBook Air notebooks. Intel says the Ice Lake chips have increased board integration, allowing manufacturers like Apple to […]