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If you are a Wireless Internet Service provider or even a fiber installer you are always needing that one thing. I have put together this list for installers and field techs to help. These are my top fixe items you should have. If you don’t have them do yourself a favor and go get them.
When expanding or upgrading your network, you will likely come across two popular options: wireless mesh systems and dedicated access points. Each has advantages and limitations, making choosing between them a crucial decision. In this blog post, I will explore the key differences, benefits, and considerations of wireless mesh systems and dedicated access points to … Read more
This blog and j2sw.com will move to a new VM over the next few weeks. This is due to the increase in traffic. The server simply needs more resources. After moving to a new VM, I will be installing new hardware. If you experience any issues, they will be short-lived.
Before diving into the comparison, it’s essential to understand the fundamentals of both WiFi 6 and 802.11n. I have chosen to start with N as I am finding this is many of the smaller to medium-sized networks I come across. Many did not upgrade to 802.11AC because they have been waiting on WIFI6. Speed and … Read more
In our increasingly interconnected world, safeguarding our digital privacy is necessary. WPA3 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 3) is the next-generation wireless security protocol. WPA3 brings a host of enhancements over its predecessor, WPA2, ensuring that our wireless networks are more robust, resilient, and secure. In this blog post, I will go over the key benefits of … Read more
Real-world speed tests with the Alta Labs AP6 Professional access point. I recently had a chance to do some real-world speed tests with the Alta Labs AP6 Pro. I have been testing this product for a bit now. I have always questioned my router and have not published any speed tests. After getting home from … Read more
Internet Hygiene, Free Tools To Clean Your WISP Traffic Date & Time Tuesday, October 10, 2023, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM Speakers John Brown – Team CymruDennis Burgess – Link TechnologiesJustin Wilson – Fiber Data Exchange / Midwest-IX / Texas-IX Description Team Cymru provides several no-cost community services. Some are considered best practices for ISPs/WISPs. … Read more
Some photos from the Cambium event in Las Vegas at WispaPalooza 2023. New products announced
As we come upon WISPAPALOOZA 2023, I thought it would be fun to share some photos from years of past. Enjoy this photo album.
What is QoS? Quality of Service (QoS) is a set of techniques and mechanisms that ISPs use to manage and prioritize network traffic. It allows ISPs to allocate network resources in a way that ensures certain types of data or applications receive preferential treatment over others. QoS is essential for delivering a consistently high-quality internet … Read more
In this 28th Issue of Packets Down RangeNextlink acquires Indiana-based Echo wirelessCisco Acquires Sam KnowsT-mobile gobbling up spectrumand more… If you find this newsletter helpful, please subscribe. If you are feeling generous, consider becoming a Patreon. I have a $3 monthly tier that helps support this blog and newsletter. For the price of one bad … Read more