Meanwhile, the latest buzz is about third-generation cellular and data throughputs of 2 Mbps just over the horizon.
Network managers face a difficult situation.
More of the people they support are demanding wireless access to the company network. These people have experienced the advantages of wireless networks for voice communication. Now they want those advantages for data communication, especially as massive promotional efforts by major operators have significantly increased awareness of these services. Wireless networking promises both greater work productivity and increased flexibility. But today's solutions often involve specialized gateways, middleware, and reformatting of content.