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Why big tech is backing Purple in a major way: An interview with Chris Dedicoat
After a 23-year stint in Silicon Valley, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa - Cisco’s former EVP, Chris Dedicoat, is back in the UK to champion fast-paced technological innovation.
Who would work in a place like this?
Let me set the scene. It’s a cold, wet, Tuesday night and I’m in Manchester. Well, not exactly. I’m driving back to Salford (home) from Hollinwood (work) so technically not ‘in’ Manchester but close enough? I’ve worked a little late due to the time difference with our Austin office, so…
When is no WiFi better than free WiFi
I came out of a meeting today near Oxford St in London, and like many other business travellers before me with time to spare before the next meeting, headed in search of somewhere to setup camp with Free WiFi. I ended up in Starbucks as many will have done in…
What’s the difference between a WAN and a LAN?
A LAN (Local Area Network), is a network that covers a small geographical area such as homes and offices. Whereas WAN (Wide Area Network,) is a network that covers larger geographical areas.
What’s in store for the future of point collecting?
Everybody loves a good deal! Many of us will admit to carrying several loyalty cards around with us to make sure we get access to some of the best deals. But in today’s society we are used to getting everything fast – it’s a world of instant gratification. Point collecting…
What’s next for smartwatches?
Smartwatches haven’t made as big a splash as some people may have predicted. After the intriguing debut of what was seen as the possible blossoming of the tech by the release of the Apple Watch, most people’s timelines last week news were filled with the IDC report stating the decline…
What’s next for the Internet of Things?
“So why is it called the Internet of Things?” Was the question from my five year old when I told him what I was writing about –” it sounds awesome”. Maybe he’s been watching too much YouTube, maybe he’s right? It is pretty ‘awesome’, by giving objects, animals or people…
What’s new for Purple in 2016?
The mince pies are banished for another year. The Christmas tree has been taken down. The office fridge is bursting with boxes of salad, mine included. But the atmosphere at Purple Towers isn’t suffering a post-holiday downer. With last year’s success fresh in our minds, we’re feeling quietly contented and…
What’s an AP, and why should businesses invest?
You know that box that you switch off and back on again when your WiFi starts playing up at home… well that’s not an AP, that’s a router. An AP, otherwise known as an access point, connects to that box allowing you to extend the range of your WiFi to…
What will going to work look like in 2021?
Top 5 tips from the Tech Giants on new ways of working, heard at Web Summit 2020.
What type of social media personality are you?
In one of our earlier blogs, The Psychology of Social Media, we looked at how we may or may not be showing our true self when we are posting online. The total pieces of content shared per month on Facebook currently stands at 70 billion and the average amount of…
What not to post on social media – our top 5 tips
Yippee I’m off on holiday for two weeks, my car is parked on the drive and I’ve just changed my money at my bank (the branch that’s two doors down from my house). My mother’s maiden name is Jones and my first pet was called Floppy! These are just some…
What is WiFi analytics and why is it important for your business?
In this blog, we cover what is WiFi Analytics, WiFi analytics data, WiFi analytics for business, and why it is such a necessity for venues.
What is WiFi 6e? The advantages and disadvantages
Explore the benefits and limitations of WiFi 6E the latest wireless tech to enhance online experiences with lightning-fast speeds and unparalleled connectivity.
What is WiFi?
Wi-Fi stands for Wireless Fidelity and is a technology that allows electronic devices to connect to a wireless Local Area Network (LAN) using the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz band radio bands. Click to dive deeper into WiFi 101.