Wireless Home Network News

'Is your wireless network secure enough? (Blogcritics.org)
Most folks who have a Wireless Network in their home have not secured it. Here's how. I received a question recently from a parent (And proud grandparent) regarding wireless security.Q:"I have 2 computers at home, one a pc connected to my router by a cable and the other a laptop that is connected wirelessly to the router. In setting up the router I did have to put in something called a ...

'Covad Deal Revives Stalled Silicon Valley Wi-Fi Plan (PC World via Yahoo! News)
Covad will build a test network for a delayed municipal wireless system.

'US News: Alltel Wireless to offer LBS Nationwide Roaming (Telematics Update)
Alltel Wireless?s LBS Nationwide Roaming gives customers access to GPS applications outside of their home network area. (2/28/2008)

'Industry Canada auction ruling seen as boost to wireless incumbents (CBC)
Potential new players in Canada's wireless communications sector would have to build up their own network before they are allowed to roam on the networks of other carriers, Industry Canada said this week.

'Plan turns cell phone into home phone (The Charlotte Observer)
There is a big drawback to using a cell phone at home, especially in a large house: You have to schlep it around with you from room to room. By contrast, landline phone service can be used via either cordless or corded extension phones. Now, T-Mobile, one of the big U.S. cell phone companies, is rolling out a new system that it hopes will make cell phone service at home more convenient and even ...