Microsoft unveils WiFi-N adapter for Xbox 360
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The adapter costs $100 and should connect to any compatible 802.11-N network. Ideally, it'll allow for higher throughput speeds and make things like WiFi streaming of 1080p videos a reality.
Peer-to-peer WiFi protocol announced
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The WiFi Alliance has announced a new protocol, dubbed "WiFi Direct," that allows devices to communicate wirelessly without an access point or router, much like Bluetooth. It is expected to enter the market in 2010.
Asus RT-N13U high-speed wireless router offers EZ features
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Asus brings back its EZ UI for the RT-N13U high-speed wireless router. Included with the EZ UI is the ability to manage network printers, scanners, wireless connections and share documents and media content with other computers connected to the network.
Sprint announces two 4G routers
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Sprint announced today two new routers to connect to its 4G network. The devices are distinctly targeted to two different groups: the $160 Personal Hotspot PHS300S will allow up to four computers at once, while the business-class Cradlepoint MBR-1000, $250, will offer 32 connections simultaneously. The high-speed cellular data service is only available in Baltimore right now, but a handful of other cities are expected to come online by the end of this month.
Defense Department and contractors fighting cybercrime together
The U.S. Defense Department and its contractors have begun actively sharing information about network intrusions and other security threats. Previously, the organizations have been less willing to cooperate for fear of exposing classified data and privacy concerns, but have stepped up efforts to combat the rising tide of cybercrimes.
FBI and US Marshals catch virus, shut down networks
Both the FBI and the U.S. Marshals shut down portions of their networks after an undisclosed computer virus attacked their computers on Thursday. The move was called a precaution to avoid the spread of the malware, but an FBI spokesman indicated that "several government agencies" were affected.
VWiFi allows two connections using one adapter
Microsoft has developed Virtual WiFi (VWiFi) to allow a single network adapter to make two separate connections. The technology could be used to create a wireless access point to share an Internet link or to attach to two different ISPs for a redundant connection. Hidden deep in the bowels of the Windows 7 Release Candidate, Virtual WiFi is not enabled because of the lack of compatible drivers.