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Wireless wide area networks: A primer on WWAN technology and uses
A wireless wide area network (WWAN) has several possibilities for uses and comes with both advantages and disadvantages. Learn about the WWAN in this primer. Primer
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When the wire lets you down: Using 3G and 4G for wireless WAN backup
Wireless WAN backup solutions using 3G networks and 4G networks are quickly becoming a viable alternative to slower ISDN or DSL connections. Whether in the middle of downtown or on the other side of the world, going with a WWAN connection might be a ... Feature
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4G networks offer new wireless WAN opportunities to enterprises
While mobile operators are touting their 4G networks as the next big thing for enterprise wireless WAN, these claims need to be tempered with the reality of the current state of cellular connections. Although a number of opportunities to mobilize the... Feature
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Consider mature WWAN networks for machine-to-machine applications
Machine-to-machine applications usually favor pervasive, reliable wireless networks for operation. Sticking with the last generation of WWAN networks can offer the coverage you need and better pricing than waiting for the next big thing in wireless t... Feature
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FastFacts on WiMax
These resources will help you better understand WiMax in no time. Networking FastFacts
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Fixed wireless broadband
The fixed wireless broadband market is growing and changing rapidly. We offer you an inside look at the technology. Special Report
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Chapter of the Week - May 2004
Mobile communications is our focus this month. Over the course of the month we'll be offering you excerpts on mobile IPv6 and mobile applications. Chapter Week
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Cisco unveils new ISR model for enterprise M2M applications
Enterprise M2M applications are niche for now, but Cisco Systems has built a new ISR in anticipation of rapid growth in enterprise M2M communications. News | 24 Aug 2011
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4G wireless WAN services with SLAs: Too good to be true?
Despite the hype, 4G is as much of a best-effort consumer service as 3G is for branches. But Sprint is trying to make 4G business-ready with its new wireless WAN services. News | 08 Jul 2011
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Mobile WAN optimization arrives for enterprise Android tablets
Despite the scarcity of mobile WAN optimization clients for tablets and smartphones, WAN managers must still ensure reliable, high-performance connectivity for users. News | 06 Apr 2011
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Can 4G wireless WAN links serve as more than a backup?
WAN managers have used 3G as a backup. But bandwidth gains and new IT services associated with 4G wireless WAN links have inspired optimism over its potential as a primary circuit. News | 23 Feb 2011
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Changing branch networking needs reshape the branch office box
Choosing a branch office box has become more complex. Branch office designs and requirements are changing, vendors offer widely different approaches, and server virtualization offers a do-it-yourself method on standard server hardware. News | 11 Jan 2011
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RFP process steps for selecting network carriers and equipment vendors
These RFP process steps detail everything organizations need to include in a request for proposal to new network carriers and equipment vendors. Tip
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Calculating mobile application bandwidth requirements
Learn how to calculate the bandwidth of your mobile applications to determine your cost of wide area network operations. Tip
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Adding wireless to your WAN: Is it worth the effort?
Adding wireless to a wide area network (WAN) involves more than a wireless WAN card. This tip explains where WWANs are most useful to enterprises. Tip
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How mobile networks complicate the WAN edge and what to do about it
Mobile networks and roaming wireless devices complicate the WAN edge. Learn what IT can do to enable mobility in the enterprise. Tip
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Wireless WAN services: Myths versus reality
Wireless WAN services are more robust and reliable than many WAN managers give them credit for. This feature article will bust some of the myths surrounding the wireless WAN. Myth vs. Reality
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How next-generation standards are reshaping wireless WAN technologies
Learn how the latest next-generation standards are reshaping enterprise wireless WAN technologies and how these telecom services can enhance your company's mobile strategy. Tip
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Should you consider wireless WAN service for your enterprise?
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using wireless in your enterprise wide area network (WAN). This article on wireless WAN service considerations explains how 3G and 4G technology developments Tip
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802.11s
802.11s is a proposed amendment to the 802.11 wireless networking standards that will provide a vendor-neutral way to build wireless mesh networks over wireless LAN (WLAN) products. Definition
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RFP process steps for selecting network carriers and equipment vendors
These RFP process steps detail everything organizations need to include in a request for proposal to new network carriers and equipment vendors. Tip
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Calculating mobile application bandwidth requirements
Learn how to calculate the bandwidth of your mobile applications to determine your cost of wide area network operations. Tip
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Adding wireless to your WAN: Is it worth the effort?
Adding wireless to a wide area network (WAN) involves more than a wireless WAN card. This tip explains where WWANs are most useful to enterprises. Tip
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How mobile networks complicate the WAN edge and what to do about it
Mobile networks and roaming wireless devices complicate the WAN edge. Learn what IT can do to enable mobility in the enterprise. Tip
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Wireless wide area networks: A primer on WWAN technology and uses
A wireless wide area network (WWAN) has several possibilities for uses and comes with both advantages and disadvantages. Learn about the WWAN in this primer. Primer
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Wireless WAN services: Myths versus reality
Wireless WAN services are more robust and reliable than many WAN managers give them credit for. This feature article will bust some of the myths surrounding the wireless WAN. Myth vs. Reality
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Cisco unveils new ISR model for enterprise M2M applications
Enterprise M2M applications are niche for now, but Cisco Systems has built a new ISR in anticipation of rapid growth in enterprise M2M communications. News
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4G wireless WAN services with SLAs: Too good to be true?
Despite the hype, 4G is as much of a best-effort consumer service as 3G is for branches. But Sprint is trying to make 4G business-ready with its new wireless WAN services. News
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How next-generation standards are reshaping wireless WAN technologies
Learn how the latest next-generation standards are reshaping enterprise wireless WAN technologies and how these telecom services can enhance your company's mobile strategy. Tip
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Mobile WAN optimization arrives for enterprise Android tablets
Despite the scarcity of mobile WAN optimization clients for tablets and smartphones, WAN managers must still ensure reliable, high-performance connectivity for users. News
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About WWANs
This section covers building and maintaining enterprise-wide wireless WAN networks using technologies like WiMax, Wi-Fi mesh networking and 802.11s. Find out how to replace campus and WAN networks with wireless systems while addressing challenges like wireless security, interference, and RF management.