The Purple Blog
Insights, tips, and news about guest WiFi, analytics, marketing automation, and venue technology.
What is my WiFi security type and how to upgrade it
Find your WiFi security type (WEP, WPA2, or WPA3) on Windows, Mac, iOS, & Android. Learn how to upgrade home or enterprise networks to 802.1X enterprise protection.
Best wireless access points for business: Enterprise AP guide
Compare the best business wireless access points in 2026. Evaluate Cisco Meraki, Aruba, Juniper Mist, and Ruckus APs for enterprise WiFi, capacity, and ROI.
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Beyond eduroam: Why iPSK is the New Standard for Student Accommodation & Higher Education WiFi
Learn how student accommodation and PBSA operators use iPSK to isolate personal devices, support gaming consoles, and automate move-in onboarding.
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Streaming Under the Stars: Why iPSK is the Future of WiFi for Caravan Parks & Resorts
Why iPSK is the gold standard for caravan park and holiday resort WiFi. Learn how to provide "home-like" connectivity, eliminate support calls, and manage seasonal demand.
Business leased line costs: 2026 pricing & ROI guide
Compare leased line costs across 100Mbps, 1Gbps, and 10Gbps circuits. Learn installation fees, SLA tiers, hardware costs, and ROI factors for business broadband.
The best 5GHz WiFi channels for peak network performance
Compare 5GHz WiFi channels across UNII-1, UNII-2 (DFS), and UNII-3. Learn how to select non-overlapping channels and optimise channel width for enterprise venues.
Choosing the right WiFi AP for home: setup & coverage guide
Learn how to choose, position, and configure a dedicated home WiFi AP to eliminate dead zones, handle 50+ smart devices, and boost network performance.
The enterprise guide to IP SIP phone systems
Learn how IP SIP phone systems work, SIP vs RTP protocol signalling, QoS voice packet prioritisation, and zero-trust 802.1X security for enterprise networks.
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Why iPSK is the Future of Care Home WiFi: Balancing Resident Privacy with Medical Security
Learn how iPSK (Identity PSK) provides secure, home-like WiFi for care homes. Balance resident privacy with secure e-MAR and IoT connectivity.
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Why iPSK is the Gold Standard for Build-to-Rent (BTR) and MDU WiFi
Why iPSK is the gold standard for Build-to-Rent (BTR) WiFi. Learn how to provide "Instant-On" internet, improve resident retention, and reduce hardware costs with identity-based networking.
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What is iPSK? Identity Pre-Shared Key guide for enterprise WiFi
Discover how Identity Pre-Shared Key (iPSK) delivers individual VLAN security with simple passwords. Master DPSK and MPSK for IoT, student housing, and MDUs.
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Why iPSK is the key to digital inclusion in social housing
Explore how Identity PSK (iPSK) delivers secure, affordable home WiFi in social housing while enabling smart building telemetry and private device networking.
A Guide to WiFi for Vehicles and Connected Fleets
Discover how WiFi for vehicles works. Our enterprise guide covers cellular 5G gateways, satellite options, zero-trust security, and fleet location analytics.
Discover the advantages of a wired network: 8 benefits for your venue
Explore 8 key advantages of a wired network for venues: 10Gbps Cat6A backhaul, 802.3bt PoE budgets, 802.1X switch port security, and 99.999% uptime.
Business leased lines: guide to speeds, SLAs & costs
Explore business leased lines: compare symmetrical speeds, 99.99% SLA guarantees, cost factors, and how dedicated backhaul supports venue WiFi.
Outdoor access point deployment guide: IP ratings, PoE & venue WiFi (2026)
Learn how to select, deploy, and secure outdoor access points. Compare IP67 ratings, high-gain antennas, PoE budgets, and enterprise WiFi coverage ranges.
Beyond the Walled Garden Login Rethinking Guest WiFi Access
Understand how walled garden logins manage guest WiFi access, key security and friction risks, and how passwordless OpenRoaming streamlines connection.
Smarter connections: your guide to business WiFi solutions
Discover modern business WiFi solutions that boost security, enhance user experience, and drive growth. Go beyond passwords for a smarter, safer network.
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