WiFi Just Got Faster, WiGig The 'Ultra Fast' Wireless Network Review
WiGig is a fast wireless network technological breakthrough that could ease WiFi congestion. As with vehicular traffic, WiFi networks are not exempt from experiencing congestion as well - network congestion, meaning, slow moving data.
The recent news in CNet shows that the industry consortium WiFi Alliance launched a certification program WiGig. The WiGig-enabled product market will exceed 1 billion in the year 2020. "WiGig could make your computing life better when you need a lot of data fast." Apparently, it can transfer data at 8 gb/s, fast enough that anyone can download "Game of Thrones" season finale in 2 seconds.
The technology behind WiGig is the millimetre-wave wireless, which is "a set of techniques that let networks send data over higher frequencies than have ever been used in mainstream networking," writes PC World. It uses 60HGz band like that of the Wi-Fi's, and the cellular area is considering millimetre-wave bands like 60GHz for 5G networks.
On the flip side, though, WiGig works within only 10 meter radius. That means that if there's a router and a compatible phone or laptop, the super-fast internet speed is only limited within 10 meters surrounding the area. While this is a big curb for WiGig, it still outweighs the bad. Other than that, "The technology could also be used out of the home by internet providers or public access points. WiGig relies on the same millimeter wave frequencies that Alphabet's Access (formerly Google Fiber) and Starry, an internet startup from the founder of Aereo, are looking into using to deliver high-speed internet from streets to homes without using cables," reports The Verge.
The speed boost is definitely a big difference, helping users to download HD movies in just a few seconds. WiGig might also appeal to users who require fast internet connection without delay, but over short distances, though.
