IT & network
Insights, guides, and news from Purple about it & network.
What Is Micro Segmentation and Why It Matters for Zero Trust
Discover what is micro segmentation, how it limits lateral movement in zero-trust networks, and practical approaches to implement it safely
Legacy System Migration: A Complete Playbook for 2026
Plan an enterprise legacy system migration. Step-by-step IT playbook covering network audits, data cutover, zero downtime, security, and ROI for 2026.
What Is Data Encryption and Why It Matters
Learn how data encryption works across modern networks. Compare AES, RSA, TLS 1.3, and WPA3 protocols to protect enterprise WiFi data in transit and at rest.
Warehouse WiFi Solutions: A Guide for UK Logistics
Discover robust warehouse WiFi solutions for UK logistics. Improve coverage, reliability, and productivity with our expert design guide.
WiFi Directional Antennas: A Practical Guide to Types And
Calculate WiFi directional antenna gain, beamwidth, and link budgets. Compare patch, sector, Yagi, and dish antennas for long-range enterprise links.
What Is Identity Management and How It Works in 2026
Explore identity management (IAM) architecture, authentication protocols, and lifecycle governance. Plan role-based WiFi access for staff, guests, and IoT.
Enterprise Wireless Network Deployment Guide
Plan enterprise wireless network deployment: RF design, AP density, PoE budgets, 802.1X security, VLANs, and zero-downtime cutover.
Cloud WiFi Management: Secure Enterprise Connectivity 2026
Cloud wifi management delivers secure, passwordless wireless access across enterprise sites. Discover how Purple simplifies guest and staff connectivity.
Three SSIDs to rule them all: guest, Passpoint, and IoT WiFi
Cutting SSIDs has become a bit of an industry sport. Our take: unless your access points overlap heavily, you are mostly safe - check the calculator. But we like tidiness, so here is the clean three-SSID design: open guest portal, automated Passpoint, and consolidated xPSK.
Network access control: enterprise NAC guide
Explore how network access control (NAC) systems enforce 802.1X authentication, automate device profiling, and isolate guest and IoT traffic.
WAN Computer Definition: A Practical Guide for 2026
Explore the WAN computer definition. Compare WAN vs LAN, evaluate SD-WAN architectures, and size multi-site enterprise network bandwidth.
EAP Method WiFi: A Guide to Secure Network Access
Discover the right EAP method WiFi for your network. Our guide explains EAP-TLS, PEAP, and more for secure guest, staff, and multi-tenant access.
WiFi Certificate Authentication: Secure Network Access
Master WiFi certificate authentication. Learn EAP-TLS, IdP integration, and automated provisioning for secure, passwordless network access.
What Is Secure WiFi: Essential Guide for Business 2026
Learn what is secure wifi for your business. Explore threats, WPA3, 802.1X, and best practices for hospitality, retail, and healthcare in 2026.
Enterprise WiFi Security: A Complete Guide for 2026
Secure your network with our complete guide to Enterprise WiFi Security. Explore WPA3, 802.1X, Zero Trust, & passwordless solutions to protect your business.
What is wireless display? Screen mirroring guide
Explore wireless display protocols: IEEE 802.11 WiFi Display, Miracast P2P, AirPlay 2, Google Cast, enterprise VLAN segmentation, and boardroom AV design.
Your Guide to WPA to WPA2 Migration in 2026
Migrate legacy WPA networks to WPA2 and WPA3. Compare AES-CCMP vs TKIP, calculate migration risk, size RADIUS 802.1X auth, and deploy identity WiFi.
WiFi channel width guide: 20, 40, 80 & 160 MHz explained
Compare 20, 40, 80, and 160 MHz WiFi channel widths. Optimize throughput, reduce co-channel interference, and calculate venue capacity with Purple.
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