CableLabs published alarming initial findings suggesting that the 6 GHz Wi-Fi band may soon reach its limit as more devices connect in densely populated residential buildings. Their analysis predicted that around 30% of units could experience significant latency and packet loss in high-traffic situations, affecting streaming and online gaming. The organization is advocating for lawmakers to allocate more unlicensed spectrum to ensure continued fast Wi-Fi access, highlighting potential economic impacts if the issue remains unaddressed. The full study's release is eagerly anticipated, especially due to its implications for regions beyond the USA.
The analysis reveals that roughly 30 percent of the simulated residents may face Wi-Fi latency exceeding 10 milliseconds and packet loss of two percent or more.
CableLabs emphasizes the need for lawmakers to make additional unlicensed spectrum available to prevent the slowdown of Wi-Fi and its potential economic consequences.
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