IEEE Approves 9.6Gbps Wireless Light

Infrared light has long been the butt of jokes, but that could be about to change. The IEEE has approved a new standard for wireless light that could deliver data rates of up to 9.6Gbps. This could make LiFi, a technology that uses light to transmit data, a viable alternative to Wi-Fi.

What is the IEEE standard for wireless communication?

The IEEE is a non-profit organization that develops standards for a wide range of technologies, including wireless communication. The IEEE 802.11 standard is the most widely used standard for wireless LANs. It defines the physical and data link layers for wireless networks that operate in the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz frequency bands.

What is the purpose of the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LANs?

The IEEE 802.11 standard is designed to provide a high-speed, reliable, and secure wireless network for personal computers, laptops, smartphones, and other devices. It is used in homes, businesses, schools, and other public places.

What is the history of LiFi technology?

LiFi, or Light Fidelity, is a wireless communication technology that uses light to transmit data. It was first proposed in 2011 by Harald Haas, a professor at the University of Edinburgh. LiFi uses LEDs to transmit data at high speeds. The data is encoded in the on-off pulses of the LED light.

What is the bandwidth of LiFi?

The bandwidth of LiFi is theoretically unlimited. This is because the visible light spectrum is much wider than the radio spectrum used by Wi-Fi. In practice, the bandwidth of LiFi is limited by the speed of the LED and the modulation scheme used.

The approval of the IEEE 802.11af standard is a major step forward for LiFi technology. This standard will make it easier for manufacturers to develop LiFi products, and it will help to ensure that LiFi networks are interoperable. With its high speeds and low latency, LiFi has the potential to revolutionize wireless communication.