Understanding the fundamentals of wireless internet service provider (WISP) network design is essential for providing connectivity solutions to customers, especially in rural or underserved areas. With demand for wireless broadband growing more than ever, WISPs play a key role in extending connectivity where traditional wired infrastructure isn’t feasible and where conditions are favorable to even compete against more traditional ISPs.

In this article, we walk through some of the most important design aspects of WISP networks, including recent developments in telecom and networking technologies that impact their performance and reliability.

Need a robust, reliable phone in a harsh environment where there is dust, water, humidity, extreme temperatures, or some combination of these conditions? Or perhaps the nature of the work carries a risk of dropping the phone? Meet the Grandstream WP836 ruggedized Wi-Fi cordless phone.

In this article, we review some of the extraordinary characteristics that make this phone ideal for a variety of use cases.

Despite the continued proliferation of wired telecom infrastructure in urban and suburban areas throughout the country, fixed wireless solutions are still a critical and essential “last-mile” technology. In this article, we look closely at fixed wireless solutions, exploring what they are, the various approaches used to implement them, and how they support current VoIP and UC implementations.

It feels like just yesterday that Wi-Fi 5 was the latest breakthrough in wireless technology, while Wi-Fi 6 was on the horizon. Today, Wi-Fi 6 and 6E are widely accessible, while Wi-Fi 7 is beginning to emerge from some vendors. The pace of Wi-Fi’s technological advancement continues to accelerate, promising even more impressive innovations ahead.

What should we expect from Wi-Fi 7 in the coming months and years? Is it really that noteworthy, or is it just one more gimmick being used to attempt to make us upgrade our infrastructure and devices?

In this article, we look at the technologies that are making Wi-Fi 7 a reality, and what, in practical terms, that means for your wireless networks.

Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6) is the successor to the well-established IPv4 network layer protocol. It is slowly but surely gaining ground worldwide on both internal corporate enterprise networks and on the internet at large.

But what does this mean for real-time audio and video communications applications such as VoIP and unified communications (UC)? How are VoIP and UC leveraging IPv6, and are there any issues that network admins must be aware of in this process? In this article, we answer these questions by examining the benefits and challenges of deploying such applications over an IPv6 network.

Wireless networks are often characterized using designations that reflect the specific capabilities they deliver. Commonly encountered classifications today include Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6. But what exactly do these terms signify, and is the distinction between them important?

This article delves into these standards, highlighting their differences and shedding light on the prospects of Wi-Fi technology.

Grandstream just introduced its newest Wi-Fi 6 access point: the GWN7661. This compact, lightweight device with convenient wall-mounting options is an excellent addition to Grandstream's arsenal of wireless APs, and it will make a fine addition to any home or business, as well. In this article, we take an in-depth look into the benefits and value of this unique device.

Yealink offers a broad range of headsets utilizing different technologies to cater to virtually any organization's unique voice and video communications needs. We've showcased both the BH and WH series in previous articles.

In this article, we explore common application scenarios that show how each series can be used to its fullest.

Grandstream has again raised the bar by unveiling a new series of groundbreaking Wi-Fi routers. The new GWN7052 and GWN7052F routers deliver faster speeds, higher capacities and innovative features ideal for residential users, small businesses and more extensive campus networks.

This article takes a closer look at the capabilities of these new devices and the benefits you can expect from their deployment.

Anyone interested in the latest news about telecommunications has been hearing about Starlink, a satellite internet constellation currently being deployed into low earth orbit (LEO) by SpaceX. This network aims to deliver high-speed internet connectivity to any location on the planet — a particularly beneficial development for those in rural or remote areas.

In this article, we examine this space-age internet service provider and evaluate its viability for services such as VoIP, video and other time-sensitive communications applications.