Wonders and news about Wi-Fi 7
Technology continues to evolve by leaps and bounds, this time with the arrival of the so-called Wi-Fi 7. A new way of connectivity that will greatly favor the aspirations of the metaverse.
Like the 5G network, it is the current trending topic for telecom experts and the community at large. Therefore, it is convenient to analyze each one of the novelties that it will bring.
What is Wi-Fi 7? What is this new connection methodology about?
Wi-Fi 7 is the name that will receive the new connectivity "standard" cataloged as 802.11be. It is about the future when it comes to this field, increasing the level of Internet access.
Although the Wi-Fi 6 network is barely being known, it is already known that its successor will far exceed it. In essence, it was announced and confirmed by the Wi-Fi Alliance company, responsible for carrying out such an innovative project.
The first glances conclude that it will remain adopting WLAN operation. This process will be available both indoors and outdoors, as outlined in its basic outline. As if that were not enough, it will handle frequency bands in 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz.
The same demands on technology are what have contributed to the constant advancement of the wireless network. A clear example of this is the same metaverse or the increase in resolution quality. Both 4K and 8K videos require new tools to deliver their full caliber.
Where did it come from?
As mentioned, the primitive name of the network will be 802.11be. However, for commercial purposes, it will be widely marketed and distributed as Wi-Fi.
Before the end of the first semester of 2021, specifically in May, the structure of the network was promulgated. It highlights the basic scheme that it will follow to function, based on the 802.11ax standard in parallel.
802.11ax is nothing more than the numerical and encrypted letterhead for Wi-Fi 6. But, although it is overlapping from it, it does not mean that they will share characteristics, but that it will improve them greatly.
To date, large companies like Intel have already echoed the news. While it's too early to tell when it will see the light of day to the world, the Wi-Fi Alliance is working hard to meet public expectations.
General characteristics and properties that Wi-Fi 7 will offer
The wireless network is called to far exceed its predecessor. In turn, you must pass the filters in matrices of opinions expressed by the experts. There are many promises that have failed, but this time everything seems to be on track.
Data transmission speed
For context, the highest recorded data rate is 9.6 GBps. It belongs to the Wi-Fi 6 network and is the one with which computer processes are executed today.
Opening the comparison, Wi-Fi 7 will describe speeds that will reach 30 GBps. Even, based on Intel forecasts, up to 48 GBps theoretical are handled. In conclusion, it is a transmission level up to 3 times higher than its predecessor.
MLO technology
MLO stands for Multi Link Operation or, translated into Spanish, Multilink Operation. In short, it is a protocol that makes its debut to improve latency capacity in connectivity.
Latency is understood as the time that elapses from when a request is executed to the server until a response is obtained. As an example, it can be defined as the period in which it takes to load a search on the network.
The MLO method adds alternate "channels" or paths to the data packet transmission stream. The greater the number of options for sending them, the lower the latency rate. Therefore, the performance will increase exponentially.
With the use of several bands simultaneously, you can choose between the frequency of the same. Remembering, these will be represented by frequencies of 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz respectively. Depending on the requirement, the Wi-Fi 7 network will be able to decide which one or ones to operate on.
Modified bandwidth
The bandwidth will be modified for the better, starting to double for greater performance. Depending on the properties of the Wi-Fi 6 network, the stipulated value is up to 160 MHz.
Logically, the amount will describe values that oscillate or exceed 360 MHz. A digit that can be satisfactorily supported without fluctuating as far as connection is concerned.
A similar process will undergo the MIMO protocol, rewriting its structure of 8 overlapping streams. By the time of its launch, it will manipulate up to 16 of these essential points for proper functioning.
For its part, the bandwidth will be supported by the frequency seen from Wi-Fi 6. Although the maximum is 6 GHz, it will really be a figure of 5.9 GHz to 7.1 GHz.
Maximum advantages and wonders for users
The advantages of Wi-Fi 7 are summed up in wonders that can change the way users consume. Within them, the following are detailed:
It will be developed under the scoop of an energy efficiency network. It means that it will be committed to the environment without disturbing its good actions.
The WLAN protocol for internal and external spaces stands for superior area capacity. In any corner where the user is, he will be able to take advantage of the level of connectivity expressed.
The first bars of Wi-Fi 7 hint at its accessible cost for all pockets. No matter what level of demanding functionality it promotes, it looks like it will be sustainable for the average family.
Elevate the experience of Internet users in the fields or areas of the Internet most viewed and commented on so far. Both streaming, metaverse (virtual reality) or cloud computing will be favored.
When is its official launch estimated?
The official launch was scheduled for the future year 2024. However, the first models of devices that will be compatible to distribute the signal are already being designed.
Such is the scenario proposed by the technology company Mediatek, arguing that by 2023 such products will emerge with the seal of the house.
It is a trend in which the LitePoint company went ahead by marketing its own IQXel-MX device. As mentioned by the CEO of the brand, it is a router adapted to the IEEE characteristics and properties immersed in the Wi-Fi 7 network.