Introduction to Beamforming We often hear about beamforming techniques in the trade press, on podcasts, and elsewhere. But what is it and why do we care? Beamforming precisely shifts the phases of antenna array elements. This creates a very narrow beam directed at a specific target. The narrow beam significantly boosts the gain for the…
Transitioning to All-Wireless Networks Enterprise in-building networks are transitioning from static, wired connectivity to an all-wireless future. Consequently, pulling wire to every desktop is now outdated in many industries. As a result, this transformation will make networks as agile and flexible as the businesses they support. Furthermore, Wi-Fi 6/6E and private 5G enable this shift…
Evolution of Wi-Fi and Networking Over 20 Years Wi-Fi first emerged 20 years ago and has rapidly reshaped the networking world. It now serves as the primary method for data access worldwide in enterprise and residential settings. The huge success of Wi-Fi has eliminated the need to install copper cable at every desktop. This change…
The world loves all things wireless, and this love affair has consumed all the high-value spectrum below 6 GHz. To meet the growing demand for more capacity, the industry is turning to the millimeter-wave bands, specifically the V-band at 60 GHz. This band offers 14 GHz (57-71 in the U.S.) of unlicensed spectrum, and the…