Windows updates fix sudden shutdowns and Wi-Fi issues
Microsoft has provided both Windows 10 and Windows 11 with new updates. An issue causing a sudden system shutdown one minute after the startup process and connection problems with Wi-Fi are thereby resolved.
Both Windows versions are receiving cumulative updates, which combine smaller, optional ... Read more
WiFi 7 certifications have started, its introduction is one step closer
Recently, the WiFi Alliance officially began certifying various products for the new WiFi 7 standard. This brings the availability of WiFi 7 another step closer.
With the official certification now issued by the WiFi Alliance, manufacturers can indicate that their devices are guaranteed to be mu... Read more
Zyxel introduces enterprise-class WiFi 7 access point WBE660S
Zyxel has introduced its first WiFi 7 access point, the Zyxel WBE660S WiFi 7 BE22K Triple-Radio NebulaFlex Pro.
The new access point targets environments where high levels of WiFi connectivity are required, according to Zyxel. Examples where this may be useful are offices, classrooms, stadiums, ... Read more
Hackers figure out your computer’s location via malware Whiffy Recon
Hackers can accurately determine your location with the new malware Whiffy Recon. The data can potentially be used as leverage to let victims fulfil the hacker's wishes.
The new malware Whiffy Recon searches for a computer's location. Researchers from Secureworks first encountered the malware i... Read more
802.11 WiFi protocol has a fundamental design flaw in security
The well-known IEE 802.11 WiFi protocol has a fundamental design flaw in its security, according to researchers at Northeastern University in Boston and KU Leuven. The flaw allows access points to leak so-called "network frames" in plaintext. Cisco has since acknowledged this risk as the first prov... Read more
TP-Link introduces Deco X50-PoE Smart Mesh Wifi router
TP-Link launched the Deco X50-PoE Smart Mesh Wifi router. The model is designed for home environments and small offices. PoE support allows for flexible placements.
According to TP-Link, the model particularly lends itself to stable wireless internet access in homes and small offices. The integr... Read more
EnGenius launches Fit, simple and secure wifi for small businesses
EnGenius introduced Fit, a wifi solution for small businesses. The solution consists of a switch, two access points and a free network management tool. According to EnGenius, the tool is simple enough to allow any employee or business owner to configure a wifi network, experienced or not.
The n... Read more
Raspberry Pi launches new Pico microcontrollers
The next-gen Pico microcontroller offers WiFi 4 connectivity, opening up a wide array of projects for developers.
Raspberry Pi launched Pico W, the first microcontroller to employ Raspberry Pi-built silicon and wireless connectivity. The RP2040 chip is meant to power next-gen boards, providing 2... Read more
Wifi hotspot not working? The latest Windows update might be the cause
This week, Microsoft released the KB5014697 update for Windows, which impairs the ability to use wifi hotspots on some PCs.
Users can utilize the hotspot function to share their connection to the internet with other devices via wifi. It works with host devices that access the web through wifi, E... Read more
Qualcomm launches first chipsets for wifi 7
Qualcomm recently presented a series of chipsets for WiFi 7. Qualcomm is one of several manufacturers preparing for the upcoming WiFi standard.
The new Network Pro Series Gen 3 platform consists of multiple WiFi 7 chipsets with a throughput of up to 33 Gpbs. This is a significant increase over W... Read more