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.

Wireless networks put to the test

Wireless networks put to the test
Staff Writers Nov 12 2004 5:01PM Security
News International nips wireless threats in bud

News International nips wireless threats in bud
Jon Tullett Nov 12 2004 5:01PM Security
Perth integrator to deploy wireless mesh

Perth integrator to deploy wireless mesh

Perth integrator JW Montcrieff has won a deal to deploy what’s claimed to be the first wireless mesh network in Australia.
Staff Writers Nov 12 2004 12:00AM Networking
Wireless LANs head for enterprise mainstream as security improves

Wireless LANs head for enterprise mainstream as security improves

Although security fears continue to hold back Wireless local area network (WLAN) deployments, the technology is slowly becoming established as a mainstream enterprise solution, according to industry analysts.
Robert Jaques Nov 5 2004 11:18AM Security
Netgear offers wireless, VPN training for resellers

Netgear offers wireless, VPN training for resellers

Resellers will soon be able to increase their knowledge of wireless and VPN technologies with a series of one-day courses offered by Netgear in November.
DVD Editor Oct 22 2004 12:00AM Networking
Army National Guard fires up secure wireless network

Army National Guard fires up secure wireless network

The US Army National Guard has placed wireless security in its sights with the launch of its Tactical Logistics Data Digitization (TLDD) project which aims to create a military-class wireless network.
Robert Jaques Oct 11 2004 10:18AM Security
Simply Wireless staff, creditors to go home empty-handed

Simply Wireless staff, creditors to go home empty-handed

Staff and unsecured creditors have been told they are unlikely to recoup any part of the $1.9 million still owing to them after insolvent wireless integrator Simply Wireless has been wound up.
Fleur Doidge Oct 8 2004 12:00AM Networking
Review: Enterasys Networks Wireless Access Point 3000

Review: Enterasys Networks Wireless Access Point 3000

No security professional in their right mind would consider embarking on installing wireless access points (APs) in the enterprise without making sure they had some form of protection.
René Millman Oct 6 2004 12:00AM Security
Sydney wireless providers partner up on DSL alternative

Sydney wireless providers partner up on DSL alternative

Wireless broadband ISP BigAir has partnered wireless access provider SkyNetGlobal on a new residential broadband service the companies claim will be Australia's most advanced.
Staff Writers Sep 29 2004 12:00AM Telco/ISP
Wireless broadband use to multiply by five

Wireless broadband use to multiply by five

Latest IDC figures have tipped wireless broadband use to grow five times faster than the total broadband market, exploding from 25,000 users to 287,000 users by 2008.
Staff Writers Sep 21 2004 12:00AM Telco/ISP
When it comes to wireless security, good enough is simply not good

When it comes to wireless security, good enough is simply not good

As security threats increase in quantity and complexity, assuring business continuity means that corporations need to aggressively and proactively protect the entire network infrastructure.
Bethany Mayer Sep 15 2004 10:52AM Security
Mitsubishi jumps into crowded wireless market

Mitsubishi jumps into crowded wireless market

Mitsubishi Electric has launched a range of wireless networking products, arguing the time is right to jostle the elbows of the likes of D-Link, Cisco and Netgear in what is already a crowded market.
Fleur Doidge Aug 31 2004 12:00AM Networking
Bell tolls for cash-strapped wireless networker

Bell tolls for cash-strapped wireless networker

Specialist networking integrator Simply Wireless has entered voluntary administration and might be liquidated before the month is up if buyers aren't found.
Fleur Doidge Aug 16 2004 12:00AM Telco/ISP
Sydney gets increased wireless access

Sydney gets increased wireless access
DVD Editor Jul 21 2004 12:00AM Telco/ISP
Anti-spam man slams wireless firms

Anti-spam man slams wireless firms

Anti-spam vendor Commtouch has slammed wireless router manufacturers for failing to protect networks from spammers.
Dan Ilett Jul 9 2004 3:05PM Security
Wireless set-top box on the way

Wireless set-top box on the way

Adelaide-based Zensonic - a spin-off from distributor PC Range - is gearing up to market an Australian-designed wireless home media player to the world.
Byron Connolly Jun 21 2004 12:00AM Hardware
Wireless hacker faces 15 years in jail

Wireless hacker faces 15 years in jail

A wireless hacker faces up to 15 years in jail for stealing credit card numbers from a chain of shops in the US.
Dan Ilett Jun 7 2004 3:40PM Security
Hyro converges on wireless broadband, multimedia

Hyro converges on wireless broadband, multimedia

ASX-listed IT and professional services provider Hyro has set up a wireless broadband and broadcast division harnessing resellers and developers to tackle the emerging market for converged digital communications.
Fleur Doidge May 26 2004 12:00AM Telco/ISP
University gets tough on wireless security

University gets tough on wireless security

A US university is using management software to tighten security on its 4,000 user wireless network.
Dan Ilett May 24 2004 11:22PM Security
UHS pilots wireless security management

UHS pilots wireless security management

One of the largest healthcare firms in the U.S. is piloting a wireless security management tool for 4,000 users.
Dan Ilett May 24 2004 9:18PM Security

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