The demand for faster internet is relentless, driven by bandwidth-hungry apps, games and videos. Fortunately, Wi-Fi 6, the next generation of Wi-Fi, has arrived, offering more than just faster speeds.
What is Wi-Fi 6?
Wi-Fi 6 is the latest Wi-Fi generation, connecting you to the internet with enhanced technologies for efficient connections and significantly boosted speeds.
How fast is Wi-Fi 6?
Theoretical maximum speeds reach 9.6 Gbps, much higher than Wi-Fi 5's 3.5 Gbps. While real-world speeds vary, Wi-Fi 6's capacity supports more devices without slowing down. The average South African household's typical download speed is significantly lower (think mbps, not Gbps), but Wi-Fi 6's higher theoretical limit still matters.
It's not about Top Speed
Wi-Fi 6 isn't about top speeds for individual devices; it's about improving network performance with multiple connected devices. This is crucial as households now have more Wi-Fi devices than ever (an average of nine devices, projected to rise to 50 devices per household within years).
Mitigating Network Slowdowns
Wi-Fi 6 introduces technologies to mitigate issues caused by numerous devices on a single network:
Multi-device communication: Routers communicate with multiple devices simultaneously.
Broadcast enhancements: Routers send data to several devices in a single broadcast.
Scheduled check-ins: Devices schedule router connections.
Practical Benefits
Seamless connectivity: Enjoy uninterrupted streaming, gaming and video chatting.
Improved performance: Maintain top speeds in busy environments.
Enhanced battery life: Target Wake Time reduces antenna power-on time.
Upgrading to Wi-Fi 6
To leverage Wi-Fi 6, upgrade to compatible devices and routers. If your devices are from 2020 or younger, odd are they are already Wi-Fi 6 enabled.
Security Enhancements
Wi-Fi 6 also boosts security with WPA3, making password cracking harder and data less valuable to hackers. WPA3 is optional for older devices but required for Wi-Fi 6 certification.
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