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The ins and outs of spectrum analysis, part 2

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The ins and outs of spectrum analysis, part 2
I posed a number of questions last week about various attributes of spectrum analyzers and their relevance to how well your Wi-Fi network ultimately performs. In this sequel, I'll address the first question and share some other folks' views on the subject. Read More


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Economics of Cooperative Control: Protocols are Free
Inter-AP protocols are free, but controllers are not. Aerohive's Cooperative Control controller-less WLAN architecture delivers an immediate and extremely significant CAPEX decrease. This paper explores the expansive economic benefits of Aerohive's unique approach. Read now!

2011's most intriguing summer smarpthones
The most interesting devices on the smarphone summer blockbuster list Read More

Half a million Android devices activated daily, says Google
Carriers are now activating more than 500,000 new Android devices every day, according to Google Vice President of Engineering Andy Rubin. Read More

Symantec finds big differences in iOS, Android security
Apple iOS and Google Android have some big differences when it comes to mobile security, creating distinct potential vulnerabilities for enterprises embracing devices running these operating systems, according to analysis by Symantec. Read More


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The Mandate for Converged Infrastructure Management
Converged infrastructure is changing the way data centers roll out infrastructure resources and providing a clear and achievable path to cloud computing environments. Effective management of infrastructure is a key capability that can significantly impact the degree of success for data centers going the converged route. Read more

Android lovers: Don't overlook Nook
Among the multitude of Android tablets that have been released, or are about to be this year, the Nook Color has managed to achieve impressive sales and spark a cult following. (Since its release in November 2010, it has reportedly sold 3 million units.) Read More

Desktop PCs: Dead as a doornail, or maybe just a fax machine
The corporate desktop has looked the same for decades: computer, keyboard, mouse, desk phone, maybe a printer. But do these tools dominate because they're the perfect combination of technology needed for work today, or is the enterprise workplace due for an extreme makeover? Read More

Your next job: Mobile app developer?
As market demand surges for apps to run on iOS, Android and whatever operating system will power the next wave of smart devices, companies are facing a dearth of mobile development talent. For IT professionals with programming skills, that gap represents a fresh opportunity to embark on a career makeover. Read More


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Best Practices: KVM Smart Card Authentication Systems
Selecting a smart card-enabled KVM system? Choose one that supports PKI authentication to multiple servers from a single location and makes the necessary KVM feature adjustments to enable seamless use of the reader. This White Paper examines best practices when evaluating a Smart Card solution. Learn More

Mobile Payments: Don't Buy into It
If you're anywhere close to my age, you might remember the late Orson Wells making a pitch for Paul Masson saying, "We will sell no wine before its time." That boast may have been true for the vintner, but sadly it's not true in the technology industry. Read More

Skype video chat on iPad moves Microsoft closer to Apple
Skype is set to unveil a video chat app for the iPad tomorrow, a move that brings rivals Apple and Microsoft closer. Read More

Coming with 3D: Smartphones from Sprint, AT&T
Glasses-free 3D smartphones are about to invade the U.S., with Sprint selling the HTC Evo 3D on Friday and AT&T confirming that sales of the LG Thrill 4G will begin sometime later this summer. Read More



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