Wi-Fi turns 20 – 20 significant moments in the history of technology

Wi-Fi as the main economic factor

In 1999, several technology companies joined forces to form the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA). On September 30, 1999, the 802.11b wireless LAN standard became available in commercial applications. This moment is considered the beginning of the existence of a wireless network, known today commonly as Wi-Fi. …