Wireless Wireless

What would a world completely without wires be like? In this Spotlight section we take a closer look at what is happening in the wireless space.

There are articles about research and initiatives which are on the horizon.

In this section you will also find stories about how companies are using wireless, such as trials being run using wireless technologies.

Scientists demo wireless power system

Scientists demo wireless power system

No more chargers needed for devices able to use wireless power source.
Iain Thomson Nov 16 2006 11:52AM Networking
Broadcom wireless drivers vulnerable to attack, says Metasploit creator

Broadcom wireless drivers vulnerable to attack, says Metasploit creator

Just when you thought that spilling a hot cup of latte was all you had to worry about while surfing the web at your local Starbucks - or any public place for that matter - think again: Nearby attackers can now exploit the wireless drivers used in many popular laptops to assume control of your machine, and there is little you can do to stop them.
Dan Kaplan Nov 13 2006 10:37PM Security
Singapore teen charged with stealing wireless internet access

Singapore teen charged with stealing wireless internet access

A teenager in Singapore has been charged with the rare crime of accessing the web via someone else's wireless connection.
Frank Washkuch Nov 13 2006 9:40PM Security
Users regularly carry redundant wireless devices

Users regularly carry redundant wireless devices

Three-quarters of smartphone owners also carry a PDA.
Robert Jaques Nov 10 2006 9:48AM Telco/ISP
NEC backs ZigBee wireless networking

NEC backs ZigBee wireless networking

Major boost for emerging peer-to-peer technology.
Robert Jaques Nov 7 2006 11:38AM Networking
Wireless international beer tracking system trialled

Wireless international beer tracking system trialled

Satellite technology refreshes the parts beer reaches.
Andrew Charlesworth Oct 30 2006 11:29AM Oddware
Wireless rabbit creates Internet buzz

Wireless rabbit creates Internet buzz

A wireless rabbit computer peripheral has been causing a stir of excitement on social networking sites.
Ed Dawson Oct 26 2006 9:44AM Oddware
Hot or not: Wireless card attacks

Hot or not: Wireless card attacks

The recent controversy at this year's Black Hat security conference highlighted a growing trend in vulnerability research and reporting — the inability of some to make a distinction between technically interesting, novelty attacks versus real threats.
Marc Maiffret, Oct 24 2006 10:52PM Security
Intel and Nokia 'up the ante' for wireless laptops

Intel and Nokia 'up the ante' for wireless laptops

Integrated cellular modem chips set to shake up market.
Robert Jaques Oct 4 2006 10:06AM Hardware
Industry Views: Wireless, compliance two drivers of strong investment in IT security

Industry Views: Wireless, compliance two drivers of strong investment in IT security

Security remains a key growth area for venture capital investment and shows no sign of slowing down. Although the IPO market may be weak (as it is for nearly all categories of venture investment), mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are on the rise. And many new security companies are being created. Think about these compelling statistics:
Deborah Magid, Aug 28 2006 6:55PM Security
Intel warns of Centrino wireless driver flaws

Intel warns of Centrino wireless driver flaws

Intel is reporting several vulnerabilities in its Centrino wireless drivers that could lead to remote code execution and an attacker assuming control of a system.
Dan Kaplan Aug 2 2006 3:37PM Security
Wireless worms threaten laptop users

Wireless worms threaten laptop users

Worms could travel through the airwaves and infect laptops, according to security experts.
René Millman Aug 2 2006 1:58PM Security
Slow standards hurt fast wireless

Slow standards hurt fast wireless

Sales of next generation wireless networking products are being hurt by high prices and delays in approving a unified standard that will allow hardware from different manufacturers to work together, industry sources say.
Simon Burns Aug 2 2006 9:29AM Telco/ISP
Skype and Netgear offer wireless Skype phone

Skype and Netgear offer wireless Skype phone

Skype has partnered with NetGear to create a new offering with major disruption potential for the telecommunications industry.
Tim Lohman Jul 25 2006 9:43AM Telco/ISP
Wireless networks growing in popularity

Wireless networks growing in popularity

Companies want network technology to help increase productivity, says Gartner.
Staff Writers Jul 10 2006 1:49PM Networking
Train firm signals wireless expansion

Train firm signals wireless expansion

Virgin to mix technologies to provide uninterrupted access.
Dave Friedlos Jul 6 2006 11:57AM Networking
Showdown in Seoul for wireless internet

Showdown in Seoul for wireless internet

Koreans turn on first WiMax and HSDPA services.
Simon Burns Jul 4 2006 9:45AM Telco/ISP
Nanotech used for wireless chips

Nanotech used for wireless chips

Scientists claim technology can boost processor speeds and reduce costs.
Staff Writers Jun 30 2006 9:58AM Software
BigAir forecasts big revenues

BigAir forecasts big revenues

ASX-listed BigAir Group has announced its revenue forecast to exceed $6.5m for the year ending 30 June 2006, a 100 percent increase on last year.
Staff Writers May 26 2006 4:06PM Telco/ISP
Aussie researchers discover Cisco vulnerabilities

Aussie researchers discover Cisco vulnerabilities

Australian IT security consultancy Assurance.com.au claims it has taken Cisco almost three months to patch two vulnerabilities which affect the security of several of its products.
Byron Connolly Apr 20 2006 3:23PM Security

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