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Wireless Technology. Jessica Lindberg Hasban Shaikh. What is it?. It is the fastest growing segment of the communications industry. Wireless communication has existed for over 100 years!. History. The founder of wireless technologies is Guglielmo Marconi The birth of radio
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Wireless Technology Jessica Lindberg Hasban Shaikh
What is it? • It is the fastest growing segment of the communications industry. • Wireless communication has existed for over 100 years!
History • The founder of wireless technologies is Guglielmo Marconi • The birth of radio • Military purposes • Mobile receivers and transmitters developed • Analog cellular telephone service • Digital mobile telephone service
Examples • The term “wireless” is used to describe telecommunications in which electromagnetic waves carry the signal over part or the entire communication path. • Examples today are: • Cell phones • Personal digital assistants (PDA’s) • Global Positioning System (GPS) • Garage door openers • Satellite television
Environmental Concerns & Health Hazards • Cancer • Memory loss • Poor concentration
Future • WiFi: Coming to a city near you? • More Productivity • Creates more jobs
References/More information • www.cmch.tv/mentor/hottopic • www.denverpost.com/business/ci_4401357 • http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wireless