802.11ax Insights

What is 802.11ax?

802.11ax, also known as Wi-Fi 6, is a wireless standard that improves upon 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5). It provides faster speeds, increased network capacity, better performance in dense environments, and improved power efficiency for devices. It is commonly used in homes, offices, and public spaces to provide wireless internet access.

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What other technologies are related to 802.11ax?

802.11ax Competitor Technologies

802.11ac

802.11ac is a previous generation Wi-Fi standard. While not directly competing in the market anymore, it represents an alternative that some users may choose to keep using rather than upgrading.

mentioned alongside 802.11ax in 62% (372) of relevant job posts

802.11be

802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) is a successor to 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6) and 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E), offering even higher speeds and lower latency. It competes directly with 802.11ax in current and future deployments.

mentioned alongside 802.11ax in 71% (62) of relevant job posts

802.11n

802.11n is an older Wi-Fi standard. While largely superseded by newer standards, it represents an older alternative.

mentioned alongside 802.11ax in 38% (97) of relevant job posts

802.11ax Complementary Technologies

WPA3

WPA3 is a security protocol used to secure Wi-Fi networks, including 802.11ax networks. It enhances the security provided by WPA2.

mentioned alongside 802.11ax in 13% (62) of relevant job posts

WPA2

WPA2 is a security protocol used to secure Wi-Fi networks, including 802.11ax networks. Although older, it is a technology implemented alongside 802.11ax.

mentioned alongside 802.11ax in 9% (63) of relevant job posts

802.1x

802.1x is an authentication protocol used for network access control, often used in conjunction with Wi-Fi networks, including those using 802.11ax.

mentioned alongside 802.11ax in 1% (65) of relevant job posts