wi-fi broadband
The Cloud to offer free wi-fi internet to Nintendo 3DS users
Popular video game console maker Nintendo will soon provide free wi-fi internet access on its latest Nintendo 3DS console. more »
Virgin Media to offer free Wi-Fi broadband in London
Cable broadband internet service provider Virgin Media is keen on installing free wi-fi network across the London city. more »
Mobile broadband white spaces trial to launch in Cambridge
Cambridge and surrounding rural areas are set to access high speed internet speeds thanks to the wi-fi broadband trial to be launched by a consortium of industry leaders like BT, MicroSoft, the BBC and BSkyB. more »
Two in ten use unsecured wi-fi broadband despite the risks
When it comes to securing wireless networks (Wi-fi), many people do not know how to set their wireless broadband routers to the highest security levels, the latest study has revealed.
Unsecured Wi-Fi connection on the devices let other people access personal data and other information. more »
Slow Wi-Fi speeds could affect broadband performance
People who connect to high speed internet via wi-fi could experience issues like slow speeds, high latency and packet loss, the latest research by Epitro has revealed.
Significant drop in access speeds (27%) and high latency which is crucial for applications like VoIP and online gaming could affect the online experience of wi-fi users in certain situations, the study shows.
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BT plans to launch Wi-Fi service for London Olympics Games
UK’s largest fixed broadband provider BT said its plans to provide Wi-Fi internet coverage during 2012 London Olympic Games will help mobile broadband operators to reduce the data traffic burden from their networks.
BT is reportedly in talks with London Olympic Games Organising Committee (LOCOG) to get approval for its wifi network to be deployed in the venue and surrounding areas in the City. more »
