Most people don't spend a lot of time thinking about standards or the organizations that maintain and push them forward. Standards just aren't very interesting, which is why they don't get a lot of press time. That's exactly why when the Wi-Fi Alliance announced that they're soon to be launching their new Wi-Fi 6 Certification Program, … [Read more...] about WiFi 6 Is The Latest In Wireless Technology Advances
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New Microsoft Update Some Caused Network Adapter Issues
If you haven't yet downloaded and installed the latest Windows 10 update (version 1903), read this article carefully before deciding if you want to do so. Microsoft is reporting that their latest build is causing Wi-Fi connectivity issues with some network adapters, specifically the Centrino 6205/6235 and Broadcom's 802.11ac. If you have … [Read more...] about New Microsoft Update Some Caused Network Adapter Issues
Windows Possibly Removing Option To Use Outdated Wifi Connections
If you haven't already installed the 1903 Windows 10 update released in May, be advised. When you install it, you'll start seeing warning popup boxes any time you connect to a WiFi network that is using TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) or WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) to encrypt and secure those connections. The particulars of the message … [Read more...] about Windows Possibly Removing Option To Use Outdated Wifi Connections
Driver In Some WiFi Devices Could Allow Hackers Access
You almost certainly do not know the name Hugues Anguelkov. He's an intern working for Quarkslab, where he spends his time researching potential security issues. He's also a bit of an unsung hero because he recently uncovered a string of five devastating vulnerabilities in the Broadcom wl driver and the open-source brcmfmac driver for … [Read more...] about Driver In Some WiFi Devices Could Allow Hackers Access
