This light-based wireless technology 100X faster than Wi-Fi

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July 13, 2023

As wireless networking technologies continue to rapidly evolve, a very important study has come from scientists. According to the latest report published by IEEE, the light-based networking technology called Li-Fi will be 100 times faster than Wi-Fi. The new standard set for Li-Fi will open a new door for wireless connectivity.

What are Li-Fi and IEEE 802.11bb standard?

Li-Fi is a wireless data technology that uses light waves to transmit data. As a result of the IEEE’s new experiments, the IEEE 802.11bb standard has been achieved. The standard, which aims to transfer data 100 times faster than Wi-Fi, will be able to transfer data at up to 1Gbps.

The biggest innovation of the IEEE 802.11bb standard is that it is compatible with Wi-Fi. According to researchers, this means that Li-Fi devices can be used in conjunction with Wi-Fi technologies. The new standard will make it easier for businesses and consumers to move to Li-Fi technology.

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Li-Fi also has a number of advantages over Wi-Fi. Light signals are much harder to block than the radio waves used in Wi-Fi. This makes it both more secure and faster. It is also more energy efficient.

Although Li-Fi is still in the early stages of development, it has the potential to revolutionise the way we connect to the internet. In the first phase, it is likely to be used in high-density areas such as hospitals, schools and factories.

There are no regions where this wireless networking technology has yet been deployed. However, as the trials expand, the opening of pilot areas seems imminent.