Tuesday, December 24, 2013

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Last week it was WiTrack, this week we bring you another new kind of network. This one uses rubbing alcohol instead of radio signals. That's right - alcohol. More - The Future Potential of Molecular Networks.  (P.S. - Happy Holidays everyone!!)

What Is Wireless Networking?
Wireless is a more modern alternative to traditional wired networking that relies on cables to connect networkable devices together. Wireless technologies are widely used in both home and business computer networks.

Child's Bring Tumor Raises Wi-Fi Safety Questions
News stories questioning the health effects (or lack thereof) of wireless technologies are becoming a commonplace. Not only in Canada or parts of Europe, but all around the world. Here's one from New Zealand.

Readers Respond: Health Effects of Wireless
"I've slept in a small room with a router, wireless laptop, phone, game system I leave on, etc for the past 3 years. I'll let you know when I get cancer, but I haven't experienced any negative effects outside of the ones I already had since my Wifi-free childhood. The mind can play tricks on people who are looking to confirm a theory, but perhaps it just depends on the person?" -Brandon

Introduction to Making Wireless Network Connections
Despite the questions about its side effects, wireless has understandably become the preferred form of computer networking for many people due to its portability and convenience. The three basic types of wireless network connections - peer-to-peerhome router and hotspot- each have their own specific setup and management considerations.


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