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• Tom Carpenter
• August 07, 2024
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"The Wonderful World of Wi-Fi 7" with Phil Morgan of NC-Expert

The webinar, hosted by Phil Morgan of NC Expert, covers the advancements and potential of Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). It covers key features such as enhanced data rates, reduced latency, and improved network efficiency. Morgan explains the technological improvements that Wi-Fi 7 brings over its predecessors, including multi-link operation and 320 MHz channels. The session also explores real-world applications, potential challenges in deployment, and the expected timeline for widespread adoption. Overall, it provides a comprehensive overview of what to expect from this next generation of wireless technology.

• Riley Jordyn
• July 15, 2024
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Simplifying Cybersecurity for Peace of Mind (Guest Blog)

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• Zaib Kaleem
• June 03, 2024
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Enhancing Certification Prep: The Right Way to Use AI Beyond ChatGPT Alone

Sometimes, ChatGPT gets a bit too creative, offering answers that sound right but aren't—what we call "hallucinations" in the AI world. These hallucinations can be a big problem, especially when accuracy is non-negotiable, like when studying for certifications that can shape your career. But what if there was a way to keep the conversation flowing while ensuring the facts check out? Enter Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).

• Joseph Bullock
• April 01, 2024
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Building Wi-Fi Labs with Inexpensive Raspberry Pi Devices - Part 2

In this continuation of Building Wi-Fi Labs with Inexpensive Raspberry Pi Devices we will focus on using the Raspberry Pi to participate as a Wireless Station (STA) and Access Point (AP).

• Joseph Bullock
• April 01, 2024
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Building Wi-Fi Labs with Inexpensive Raspberry Pi Devices - Part 1

The Raspberry Pi is extremely powerful in its Wi-Fi capabilities. In this article, we will walk through the following configurations of the Pi:

1. Wireless Scanner
2. Wireless Network Sniffer
3. Wireless Station (STA)
4. Access Point (AP)

• CWNP
• March 01, 2024
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Bring CWNP Certifications to Your Campus

Wi-Fi has become ubiquitous and necessary, from the Internet of Things (IoT) to remote work and learning. The demand for Wi-Fi professionals has also increased as companies, organizations, and individuals seek to establish and maintain wireless networks. As such, universities and technical institutions need to offer Wi-Fi courses to equip their students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in this dynamic and growing field.

• Ben Eatts
• February 01, 2024
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What's the Matter?

Matter, an open-source protocol in the Internet of Things (IoT) world, merges different IoT protocols, such as Thread & Zigbee, with traditional Wi-Fi and Ethernet networks.

• Simon Lok
• December 18, 2023
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Multiple PSK: A Mechanism for Per-Device Access Control of Wi-Fi Networks

Multiple PSK is a useful mechanism for per-device access control of Wi-Fi networks. Most multiple PSK systems are designed to use the wireless controller or cloud service as the source of truth for all credentials. In some cases, it is superior to use external credential databases for multiple PSK. One would think that this would be a simple matter of transmitting the requested SSID and passphrase to a RADIUS server. This is not workable, given the design of WPA2. In this article we discuss how multiple PSK works with credential databases that are distinct from the wireless controller.

• CWNP
• November 28, 2023
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Unveiling the Evolution of Wireless Infrastructure

In 2007, the wireless world buzzed with excitement over the potential of 802.11n to transform infrastructure design. Today, we revisit those early predictions to analyze the developments in the landscape.

• Riley Jordan
• October 17, 2023
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Augmented Reality Will Change The Training Industry

As industries and workplaces ride the wave of digital transformation, new tech can transform employee training experiences through greater efficiency and learning outcomes.