TheLowDown Monthly Newsletter
October 2007
Cisco Completes Acquisition: Cognio, Inc.
"Cisco® today
announced that it has completed the acquisition of Cognio, Inc.,
the market leader in wireless spectrum
analysis and management for wireless networks.
Cognio's industry-leading spectrum technology
enhances performance, reliability and security of
wireless networks by detecting, classifying,
locating and mitigating sources of radio frequency (RF)
interference. The acquisition provides Cisco with
complementary and differentiating technology,
intellectual property and a core team to expand
Cisco's leadership in unified wireless networking.
Wireless and mobility technologies are becoming
mission-critical components of today's networks,
with businesses viewing the wireless spectrum as a
strategic corporate asset. Businesses now require
robust, next-generation wireless networks to support
the unprecedented growth of wireless devices and the
increased reliance on mobility applications.
Cognio's spectrum intelligence solution enables
network managers to proactively manage their
wireless spectrum and minimize RF interference for
an optimal user experience.
With the close of the transaction, Cognio will be
integrated into Cisco's Wireless Networking Business
Unit, under the Ethernet and Wireless Technology
Group" (cisco.com).
WiFi Technology
Wireless networks (WiFi or 802.11 networking) are
now found in coffee shops, hotels, airports, and
libraries. This is not the end all either; in time,
wireless technology will become so widespread that
most people will be able to access the Internet 24/7
from just about anywhere.
Build a Wireless Network
If your network is not wireless, you can turn it
into one by adding a wireless access point with a
wireless router. The wireless router connects
wireless signals or Ethernet cables for you. Home
wireless routers usually provide coverage for
approximately 100 feet (30.5 meters) in all
directions. If you are having problems with
consistent signals, you may want to invest in range
extenders or repeaters in order to increase your
router's range. To learn more about this, go to our
articles section and look for the article entitled
"Wireless Networks" written September 2007.
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