The idea of connecting to a computer in another room, building, or country and being able to see its desktop screen is cool. Being able to interact and control the remote desktop is even cooler. One of the technologies that makes these things possible is VNC (Virtual Network Computing). VNC is based on different technology than the Remote Desktop feature of Microsoft Windows and works with other kinds of computing devices including Mac and Linux. One limitation of many VNC products is lack of network security on remote desktop sharing sessions, but with a little know-how and the use of SSH, you can have that too.
→ More - How to Remotely Control Computers Over VNC Securely With SSH (businessinsider.com)
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Not for human brains (at least not yet), but the startup company in Cambridge, MA has developed prototype wireless devices that control brain cells of mice using pulses of light. The devices get their power from a wireless charger and are designed to induce movement or other physical behavior changes in the mice. While these gadgets don't yet have the capability to collect data from the subject's brain and relay that out to a receiver, this too is in the company's future plans.
→ More - Startup Makes Wireless Router for the Brain (technologyreview.com)
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Windows 8 is Microsoft's new operating system coming soon to eventually replace Windows 7. Among the many changes expected in Windows 8 is significantly improved support for wireless networking. For example, Windows 8 will include integrated mobile broadband (connections to 3G/4G cellular networks) capabilities, not just Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. While mobile broadband can also be set up on Windows 7, the process can be difficult and details vary greatly depending on the type of service and provider. Mobile broadband networking in Windows 8 promises to be simplified and streamlined.

Among other features, Windows 8 will keep track of your network preferences and automatically disconnect from one and re-connect to another if desired, such as when preferring to use a free Wi-Fi link whenever possible to reduce data charges on a cellular one. Windows 8 also has the ability to connect faster and keep connections maintained longer.

→ More - Details on Windows 8 Mobile Broadband Improvements (pcworld.com)

Windows 8 Wireless Settings Page - Screenshot: blogs.msdn.com

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES), several networking vendors including Buffalo and D-Link announced their intentions to start selling 802.11ac Wi-Fi gear before the end of 2012. Demonstrations of a Buffalo 802.11ac prototype router at the show generated some immediate interest, but until actual products hit store shelves, it will be difficult for the average consumer to get too excited yet.

With network speeds designed to be four times faster than 802.11n, 802.11ac will make gigabit Wi-Fi a reality in our homes. Will you be first in line to buy?

→ See also - Gigabit Wi-Fi - Will 802.11ac Be The Next Big Thing? (December 2009)
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