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Colleges and universities nationwide are launching the newest generation of wi-Fi networks even before a final version of the standard has been ratified—a move technology experts say could allow schools to do away with wired networks in the coming years.
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Network administrators at several universities said higher education is embracing 802.11n technology now, because many students own laptops that are compatible with the newest wi-Fi option. The "n" standard is expected to allow for faster audio and video streaming, including high-definition television. Digital recordings of lectures also could be accessible through "n" networks.
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As more students buy computers and phones with "n" capabilities, "universities are very willing to make their networks into living laboratories,"
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