The world around us
19991999: A network without cables
Wireless networking made device compatibility essential.
In 1999, IEEE approved 802.11b and manufacturers formed WECA, later renamed the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Shared radio protocols alone were insufficient: devices from different vendors had to work together. Interoperability testing helped turn wireless connections into an everyday tool.
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