10 Interesting Facts about WIFI
We've all heard of the term WIFI but, do we all really know much about it? Well, I've put together a list of 10 interesting facts for you so at that next pub quiz when the quiz master asks 'when was WIFI invented?' you'll have that smug smile on your face because you will think back to that Sure ICT Solutions blog post that told you.
Don't forget you owe me that beer when you win!
WiFi was invented and first released for consumers in 1997, when a committee called 802.11 was created. This lead to the creation of IEEE802.11, which refers to a set of standards that define communication for wireless local area networks (WLANs). Following this, a basic specification for WiFi was established, allowing two megabytes per second of data transfer wirelessly between devices. This sparked a development in prototype equipment (routers) to comply with IEEE802.11, and in 1999, WiFi was introduced for home use. (Source: https://purple.ai/blogs/history-wifi/)
WiFi is not a health problem. There is a common thought amongst people that WiFi signals are dangerous. In fact WiFi signals are a lot safer than mobile phones. There have been no reports about illness related to WiFi signals.
It is estimated that by the year 2020 (only 2 years away!) it is suggested that there will be 454 million public WiFi spots.
Also in the year 2020 78% of all internet traffic will be WiFi and mobile connected devices. (CISCO).
Did you know that WiFi is more important to hotel guests than car parking and a complimentary breakfast.
There were a lot of names for WiFi like WaveLan; Flankspeed; DragonFly; WECA and IEEE802.11b Direct Sequence before Interbrand Corporation came up with the user friendly name WiFi and its logo.
The global average speed for the internet is 5.6mbps, however South Korea surpasses this speed at a whopping 26.7mbps.
According to statistics there are 150 million smart homes all over the world, which means it won't be long until WiFi homes are the normal.
Some of the weirdest WiFi devices for consumers on the market now include things like walking sticks; umbrellas; t-shirts; water bottles; and cutlery.
Did you know that there is a list of strangest WiFi hotspots? Number one being the world's most active volcano the Masaya Volcano, Nicaragua or 'The Mouth of Hell' as it is affectionately known. Researchers are installing 80 wireless sensors in the hope that it can predict a volcanic eruption.
As we realise that Wireless is becoming an ever increasing demand on business needs. Sure ICT Solutions can survey/audit your current wireless installation to assist in optimising the end user experience. Surveys and audits will be carried out using the latest testing equipment on the market. Sure ICT can also offer wireless designs for new builds including predictive and site surveys as well as configuration of hardware and AP access point installations.
For more information or to speak to our Wireless Engineer about how we can improve WiFi connectivity at your business email us at enquiries@sureict.com
References for 10 facts about wireless blog post:
https://purple.ai/blogs/worlds-strangest-wifi-locations-part-2/
https://www.ecnmag.com/blog/2017/04/13-interesting-wifi-facts-just-might-surprise-you
https://www.howtogeek.com/234817/dont-worry-wi-fi-isnt-dangerous/
https://www.geekboots.com/story/10-interesting-fact-about-wifi