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Ruckus and Easyweb to roll out free WiFi across NT
Network Infrastructure

Ruckus and Easyweb to roll out free WiFi across NT

Once implemented, this project will help improve the ability of local businesses to advertise tours and services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Oct 2018

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Netgear report shows offering tops two competitors
Network Infrastructure

Netgear report shows offering tops two competitors

The Netgear sponsored Tolly Group report evaluates Insight Pro network management solution against competitors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Oct 2018
Hands-on Review: ASUS Lyra Trio – Wi-fi extenders with bundled protection
Gaming

Hands-on Review: ASUS Lyra Trio – Wi-fi extenders with bundled protection

The Lyra Trio sets the bar high for future products with its reception, performance, ease of use, as well as its features.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2018
Wi-Fi is getting a new name and numbering system
Unified Communications

Wi-Fi is getting a new name and numbering system

The Wi-Fi Alliance introduces a new naming system, renaming current Wi-Fi technology to Wi-Fi 5 and future tech to Wi-Fi 6, making it user-friendly.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Oct 2018
Razer's new high-performance Wi-Fi router is optimised for the gaming experience
Gaming

Razer's new high-performance Wi-Fi router is optimised for the gaming experience

This week Razer launched Sila, a high-performance Wi-Fi router that's optimised for gaming, streaming, and downloading multimedia content.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2018
D-Link launches latest Wi-Fi mesh system in ANZ
Desktop-as-a-Service

D-Link launches latest Wi-Fi mesh system in ANZ

D-Link ANZ debuts the COVR-2202, a high-powered Tri-Band Wi-Fi mesh system, promising expanded coverage and ultra-fast speeds, priced at AUD $499.95.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Sep 2018
Connectivity downtime costs local business over $4,000/hour
Network Infrastructure

Connectivity downtime costs local business over $4,000/hour

Ruckus Networks' State of Wi-Fi survey finds almost half of Australian organisations deal with Wi-Fi downtime up to five times per month.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Sep 2018
Downtime a crippling issue in APAC State of Wi-Fi Study
Unified Communications

Downtime a crippling issue in APAC State of Wi-Fi Study

Ruckus has released findings from its study of 1200 organizations in APAC who collectively have lost US$53m from downtime in the last 12 months.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018
The channel-only managed networks platform for SMBs
Network Infrastructure

The channel-only managed networks platform for SMBs

Netgear has released Insight Pro, a platform that leverages the cloud allowing networking resellers and services providers enhanced efficiency.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018
Intel adds U and Y series to 8th gen family
Semiconductors

Intel adds U and Y series to 8th gen family

They are designed for maximum connectivity speeds and come with a range of upgrades to suit modern requirements.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018
Allied Telesis releases first WLAN hybrid solution for enterprise
Wireless Networks

Allied Telesis releases first WLAN hybrid solution for enterprise

The Channel Blanket hybrid wireless solution delivers multi- and single-channel WLAN capabilities simultaneously using a single access point design.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Aug 2018
The opportunities in wifi for partners... and us all
Network Infrastructure

The opportunities in wifi for partners... and us all

Ruckus president Ian Whiting was surprisingly insightful when it came to the social applications of wireless technologies.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Aug 2018
Exclusive - Ruckus ready to shake up ANZ networking market
Network Infrastructure

Exclusive - Ruckus ready to shake up ANZ networking market

Ruckus is no longer just wifi and is ready to take on the incumbents. Three business leaders explain how ANZ partners can gain from this growth.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Aug 2018
Causing a Ruckus - The next networking Big Dog
Network Infrastructure

Causing a Ruckus - The next networking Big Dog

This week, Ruckus Networks held its Big Dogs conference in Seoul showcasing new offerings and discussing the opportunities in their sights.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jul 2018
Ruckus' new access point leverages .11ax for complex networks
Network Infrastructure

Ruckus' new access point leverages .11ax for complex networks

Ruckus Networks introduces the industry's first IoT- and LTE-ready 802.11ax access point, delivering secure, high-capacity performance in dense environments.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Jul 2018
Cambium Networks launches enterprise-class outdoor Wi-Fi access point
Network Infrastructure

Cambium Networks launches enterprise-class outdoor Wi-Fi access point

High capacity outdoor Wi-Fi deployments must withstand challenging outdoor environments, such as high winds, rain, and extreme temperature ranges.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Jul 2018
Dimension Data and Cisco take anti-poaching tech into Africa
Surveillance

Dimension Data and Cisco take anti-poaching tech into Africa

Dimension Data and Cisco extend their ground-breaking anti-poaching technology to Zambia, Kenya, and Mozambique, aiming to protect rhino and elephants.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018

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