Further Study Resources

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Wi-Fi Standards Organizations and Groups

  • IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

    https://www.ieee802.org/11/Reports/802.11_Timelines.htm


    IEEE's core purpose is to foster technological innovation and excellence for the benefit of humanity.


    IEEE will be essential to the global technical community and to technical professionals everywhere, and be universally recognized for the contributions of technology and of technical professionals in improving global conditions.


    IEEE and its members inspire a global community through its highly cited publications, conferences, technology standards, and professional and educational activities.

  • IETF - Internet Engineering Task Force

    https://www.ietf.org/standards/rfcs/


    The Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), founded in 1986, is the premiere standards development organization (SDO) for the Internet.


    The IETF makes voluntary standards that are often adopted by Internet users, network operators, and equipment vendors, and it thus helps shape the trajectory of the development of the Internet. 


    The overall goal of the IETF is to make the Internet work better.


    Its mission is to produce high quality, relevant technical and engineering documents that influence the way people design, use, and manage the Internet in such a way as to make the Internet work better. These documents include protocol standards, best current practices, and informational documents of various kinds.

  • WBA - Wireless Broadband Alliance

    https://wballiance.com/


    Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) is the global organization that connects people with the latest Wi-Fi initiatives. 


    We are here to resolve business issues and enable collaborative opportunities for service providers, enterprises and cities, enabling them to enhance the customer experience on Wi-Fi and optimize business opportunities that are being built on evolving technology and commercial developments.


    Our program initiatives support the development of services; our marketing and events enable members to network, advocate and do business; and the WBA membership ecosystem provides the support infrastructure to drive the industry forward. 


    We are passionate about Wi-Fi and we are passionate about driving results. 


    NC-Expert is proud to be a member of this organization.

  • WFA - Wi-Fi Alliance

    https://www.wi-fi.org/certification/programs


    Wi-Fi Alliance® is the worldwide network of companies that brings you Wi-Fi®, one of the world’s most valued communications technologies. 


    Our vision is to connect everyone and everything, everywhere.


    Wi-Fi Alliance drives global Wi-Fi adoption and evolution through thought leadership, spectrum advocacy, and industry-wide collaboration. 


    Our work includes the development of innovative technologies, requirements, and test programs that help ensure Wi-Fi provides users the interoperability, security, and reliability they have come to expect.

  • WLA - Wireless LAN Association

    The Wireless LAN Association was originally organized with the intent of creating a set of Standards to help guide the wireless networking community in creating good quality, robust wireless network designs.


    According to WLA, "The WLA is a professional association for the WLAN community, defining industry best practices and quality assurance in the delivery of Wi-Fi networks. We bring together a community of industry professionals who share their experiences with one another. This provides our members with a competitive advantage as they become more active and better informed members of the WLAN industry."


    During WLA's time, the intent to create a set of Standards metamorphosed into creating a usable Framework, to be utilized by network engineers as a practical guideline. This Framework was created by a group (committee) of member-volunteers from within the WLA - all of whom were experienced engineers from the wireless networking industry. The result of their combined efforts can be found by following the link below...


    NC-Expert, for a number of years, has been proud to be a corporate sponsor of the WLA, to assist it in its mission.


    In late 2023, for multiple reasons, the WLA Governing Board decided to close down the Association. So as not to lose the hard work and efforts put into the Standards project by numerous WLA members, over multiple years, NC-Expert is happy to reproduce the work product here. 


    This Framework was previously made downloadable from the WLA website. The intent was for this information to be freely available to anyone who wanted to use it.


    At this time, we would like to thank the many volunteers who have contributed their time and efforts to helping create the following guidance Standards Framework documents.


    Go to: WLA Standards Framework

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Open Roaming

  • Sign Up for Open Roaming

    OpenRoaming is a seamless, secure, and effortless way to stay connected to Wi-Fi networks without the need for passwords, sign-ins, or repeated connections. Built on an open standard, OpenRoaming connects users automatically to participating networks across the globe, making it especially convenient for frequent travelers and remote workers.


    For individuals, the main benefit of OpenRoaming is its simplicity and reliability. Once you've connected to an OpenRoaming-enabled network, it remembers your credentials, so you don’t have to worry about constantly entering login details or searching for Wi-Fi access points. Whether you’re at a café, in an airport, or at a conference, OpenRoaming provides quick and secure access to the internet without the hassle of registration.


    OpenRoaming also ensures privacy and security by using advanced encryption, ensuring your data remains protected when you're on public networks. This makes it a trustworthy solution for those who need to stay connected while maintaining online security.


    In summary, OpenRoaming offers a smooth, password-free Wi-Fi experience that is perfect for travelers, professionals, and anyone looking for a simple, secure, and fast way to access Wi-Fi on the go.


    Click this link to learn more and enroll...

    https://wballiance.com/openroaming/profile-signup/ 

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