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IEEE 802.15.4: A Wireless IoT Powerhouse for Network Managers
When managing a growing ecosystem of wireless IoT devices, one of the most foundational decisions a network implementers and designers make is selecting the right communication standard. In the alphabet soup of protocols and technologies, IEEE 802.15.4 stands out as a popular protocol residing beneath many popular and effective IoT solutions. This post explains the fundamentals of 802.15.4, guiding you through its features, operating bands, data rates, and common use cases.
Continue reading...Navigating Our Certification Exam Transition: A Look at Our New Testing Partner
As an organization committed to professional development and excellence, we've made a strategic decision to transition our certification exams from PearsonVUE to Prometric. We understand that change can be challenging, and we want to provide clarity about this important shift in our testing approach.
Continue reading..."The Wonderful World of Wi-Fi 7" with Phil Morgan of NC-Expert
The webinar, hosted by Phil Morgan of NC Expert, covers the advancements and potential of Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). It covers key features such as enhanced data rates, reduced latency, and improved network efficiency. Morgan explains the technological improvements that Wi-Fi 7 brings over its predecessors, including multi-link operation and 320 MHz channels. The session also explores real-world applications, potential challenges in deployment, and the expected timeline for widespread adoption. Overall, it provides a comprehensive overview of what to expect from this next generation of wireless technology.
Continue reading...IEEE 29148-2018 Standard for Requirements Engineering
The CWDP and CWIDP exams use this standard as the foundation for teaching and learning about requirements engineering in Wi-Fi and wireless IoT solution design processes.
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The Cause in 'Cause and Effect' - Troubleshooting with Psychology
In this article, Tom Carpenter briefly defines some psychological principles impacting the troubleshooting process for wireless engineers.
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A Wireless IoT Design Framework
A framework provides a guide for a process, system, or component of an information system. A wireless IoT design framework establishes the processes that should be included in a wireless IoT solution design effort. We present an example framework in this post.
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Editorial: Let's Make Wireless as Boring as Possible...
...and why boring is not bad. When something is boring, it's expected. When something is boring, it's common. When something is boring, it's not interesting. For your users, wireless should be boring.
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Industrial Networking and Automation: Terminology, Part 4 (Control Systems, SCADA)
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) is a control system that can be used for monitoring and controlling industrial (and other) equipment. This article explains the basic capabilities of SCADA systems.
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