2014: the breakout year for WiFi

Global public WiFi hotspot numbers are set to grow from 1,3-million in 2011, to 5,8-million by 2015, marking a 350% increase and it’s easy to see why the numbers are growing exponentially. By 2014, Thailand will see more than 400 000 free WiFi hotspots nationwide;...

Carrier-grade WiFi rolls out to SA’s malls

Internet Solutions and AlwaysOn have launched the first of a number of planned carrier-grade WiFi solutions at Cradlestone Mall. The two companies plan to roll out carrier-grade WiFi nationwide to other key high-density retail environments within the next 12 months,...

Security in the network environment

Threats to network security are escalating dramatically. Technology advancements in social media, mobile devices, WiFi and cloud services are increasing a company’s vulnerability to attacks. Cyber risks and cyber-threats are a major concern for large revenue...

Hotel WiFi doesn’t pass security muster

With the increasing need to remain connected when travelling, hotel WiFi is seen by many business travellers as an important must-have. However, the latest iPass survey paints a bleak picture around the effectiveness and safety of hotel WiFi offerings. Craig Lowe,...

Leveraging WiFi to meet broadband demand

The prevalence of WiFi in Africa and around the world is increasing, with more and more mobile operators looking to deploy it as part of their overall networks, according to Ruckus Wireless, an exhibitor at this year’s AfricaCom, running from 12 to 14 November 2013 at...