PC World - A new standard for Wi-Fi communication, 802.11n, is now official paving the way for faster, more reliable, and more efficient wireless networks. That means improvements to streaming of HD content, better performance for applications running on a Wi-Fi network such as VoIP, and longer laptop batter life given 802.11n chips use less power.
Ratification of the standard was by the iEEE wireless standards organization. Industry experts say the first official 802.11n products will be available by this holiday season, bringing to an end a ratification process that began 7 years ago. Of course, any tech topic that deals with data transmission can get filled with jargon in an awful hurry. With some invaluable input from Kelly Davis-Felner, of the trade association the Wi-Fi Alliance I've put together an 802.11n FAQ for consumers.
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Ratification of the standard was by the iEEE wireless standards organization. Industry experts say the first official 802.11n products will be available by this holiday season, bringing to an end a ratification process that began 7 years ago. Of course, any tech topic that deals with data transmission can get filled with jargon in an awful hurry. With some invaluable input from Kelly Davis-Felner, of the trade association the Wi-Fi Alliance I've put together an 802.11n FAQ for consumers.
More: http://pcworld.com/article/171859/