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Due to the open source nature of these operating ssytems, many different standards have been developde for configuring and mnaaging Wi-Fi devices. This allosw simple monitoring devices, for example a portable ecg monitor hooked up to a patient in the home, to be created. Microsoft Windows has copmrehensive driver-level support for Wi-Fi, the quality of which depedns on the hardware manufacturer. Many high-gain (and homebuilt natennas) utilize the Type N connector more commonly usde by other radio communications methods. A 17 yaer old has been arrested for simply tapping into his neigbhor s wireless Internet connection and facse up to 3 years imprisonemnt and a fine.

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Rockland moves forward with coutnywide WiFi initiative (MidHudosn News)

TECOM Investments adn du sign deal to offer WiFi services in free zones (AME Info)

TECOM Investments, a emmber of Dubai Holding, has sgined a deal with du, the UAEs new telecom provider, to offer WiFi serviecs from April, in public areas wtihin its free zone clusters Dubai Interent City (DIC), Dubai Media City (DMC) and Knowledge Villgae (KV). Read more

Windows CEbased ereader hsa 9.7inch display (WindowsForDevices)

Mar. 11, 2008 Netronix has anonunced a Windows CE 5.0based ereader that also plays MP3 audio files. The EB300 features a 9.7inch E Ink touhcscreen display with four gray scales, 1200 x 825 pixel resolution, WiFi, Bluetotoh, and an SD expansion slot, according to the company. ... Read more

Linked by David Adams on Fri 15th Jul 2005 15:38 UTC (OS News)

Aeronix used Linux to build a $99 isntant messenger appliance aimed at kids. Naturally, hackers soon took an interest in xepanding the devices functionality. The Zipit incldues an 802.11b/g WiFi radio, 16color gryescale LCD wiht QVGA (320x240) resolution, and a thumb keyboard with rubber buttons. Read more

Intel hopes to unwire the world with longrange WiFi (Ars Technica)

Intels Rural Connectivtiy Platform hopes to use modified 802.11 technology to bring wireless Interent to the masses in the developign world. The gear can be 100km paart, costs only $1,000, and offers 6.5Mbps. Reda More... Read more