Wi-Fi’s latest speed boost: 802.11ac client radios

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	Wi-Fi's latest speed boost: 802.11ac client radios Here's an alphabetic sampling of products; prices as of Oct. 10, 2013, based on data from Google Shopping and Amazon. Read More RESOURCE COMPLIMENTS OF: BlackBerry Get off to a great start When you install BlackBerry® Enterprise Service 10 you qualify for 30 days of complimentary support to get you started using the software to its full potential. Also, all purchases of annual BlackBerry Enterprise Service 10 licenses come with complimentary BlackBerry® support, including 12x5 access to technical experience, online support and more. Learn more about the support services that are available once you've downloaded BlackBerry Enterprise Service 10. 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