The Wi-Fi Alliance has started issuing Wi-Fi 7 certification for various devices. Thus, it was guaranteed that these devices would work harmoniously together. So what exactly does Wi-Fi 7 offer?
Like many technologies Wi-Fi technology It also has certain standards and these standards change over time. The Wi-Fi Alliancehas started approving official certifications for Wi-Fi 7, the latest and most advanced Wi-Fi version. This new version will not only provide faster connections, it will also bring some important changes.
Faster, stronger, better
| Wi-Fi 6E | WiFi 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Data Tape | 2.5GHz, 5GHz and 6Ghz | 2.5GHz, 5GHz and 6Ghz |
| Band width | 20, 40, 80, 80+80, 160MHz | 20, 40, 80, 80+80, 160, 320MHz |
| Maximum Speed | 9.6Gbps | 46Gbps |
CEO of The Wi-Fi Alliance Kevin RobinsonIn his statement on the subject, he stated that Wi-Fi 7 is the first generation built from scratch for 6 GHz connection. The first models to provide connectivity in this range were Wi-Fi 6E devices. Currently on the market netgear, TP-Link Although companies such as Eero and Eero have Wi-Fi 7 models, these devices are not officially approved.
Another feature that comes with Wi-Fi 7 is MLO (Multi Link Operation) So there will be multiple connection operations. Thanks to this feature, two or more of the 2.4 Ghz, 5 Ghz and 6 GHz connections will be used for simultaneous connection in our Wi-Fi connection, so we will have a more stable connection. With MLO, our connection speed will also increase.
Modems using Wi-Fi 7 will also support devices with previous versions of the connection, but older devices WiFi 7It is not expected that he will be able to use it fully. Still, new generation computers, phones and other devices will be compatible with Wi-Fi 7.
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Source :
https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/8/24024838/wi-fi-certified-7-announced-ar-vr-streaming-4k-8k