To download the entire report, click here . Networks A network involves a number of devices linked together to form a communications system for information and device sharing. Networks are widely used in both the business and consumer landscapes. In the corporate environment, LANs are commonly used to share resources, including electronic files and devices such as printers. These LANs are generally connected to other networks via WANs and the Internet to facilitate global data access.
Wireless networks provide the next step in utility and convenience for many industries.
While wireless networks have existed for decades, only the recent boom of handheld and mobile devices has spurred the demand necessary to create robust networks. Thus, many new wireless technologies, hardware, protocols and standards are currently still in the developmental phase. Until these new protocols and standards are refined and adoption becomes more widespread, these fundamental issues concerning latency in data transfer will remain. Josh graduated with a BS in Economics and Pre-Med from the University of California at Berkeley. Find just the one you are looking for in our back issues collection.