1999

1999 Categories: COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY Timeline: COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

In 1999, the IEEE 802.11b short-range radio network standard IEEE 802.11b is renamed "Wi-Fi" by the Wi-Fi Alliance. This is the same year that Apple releases its Wi-Fi router "Airport" and builds the Wi-Fi connectivity of the new Macs. These and other consumer products help spread wireless connections in every environment, both domestic and corporate .