IT & network
Insights, guides, and news from Purple about it & network.
Passpoint WiFi Setup: The Complete Enterprise Guide
Complete Passpoint WiFi setup guide for enterprise IT and hospitality teams. Covers certificates, RADIUS integration, vendor steps, validation
What Is Microsegmentation and Why It Matters for Zero Trust
Discover what is microsegmentation, how it limits lateral movement in zero-trust networks, and practical approaches to implement it safely
WiFi Directional Antennas: A Practical Guide to Types And
Discover the types, gain, and use cases of WiFi directional antennas to boost signal range and performance in 2026.
Enterprise Wireless Network Deployment Guide
Plan, design and roll out an enterprise wireless network deployment with proven RF, security and segmentation strategies for hotels, retail and healthcare.
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.
A Guide to Your Network Access Control System
Discover what a network access control system is, how it works, and how to implement one. Our guide covers components, use cases, and modern integrations.
WAN Computer Definition: A Practical Guide for 2026
Get a clear WAN computer definition. Understand the difference between WAN and LAN, how it impacts your devices, and best practices for enterprise networks.
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, and passwordless solutions to protect your business.
Your Guide to WPA to WPA2 Migration in 2026
A practical guide to migrating from WPA to WPA2. Covers planning, PSK vs. Enterprise paths, configuration steps, and moving toward modern, identity-based WiFi.
WiFi channel width guide: 20, 40, 80 & 160 MHz explained
Master WiFi channel width selection across 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands to maximize throughput and eliminate co-channel interference.
How to Improve WiFi Security: An Enterprise Guide for 2026
Learn how to improve WiFi security beyond simple passwords. Our guide covers WPA3, 802.1X, network segmentation, and SSO for enterprise and guest networks.
10 best network access control (NAC) solutions for 2026
Comprehensive 2026 evaluation of leading Network Access Control (NAC) solutions, cloud RADIUS options, and 802.1X enterprise security architectures.
What Is Network Access Control (NAC)?
Discover what network access control (NAC) is, its components, and how it secures networks. A 2026 guide for enterprise, retail, and hospitality.
Access Points Wireless: Deploy & Manage WiFi
Plan, deploy, & manage enterprise WiFi using access points wireless. Focus on capacity, security, and seamless user experience for your venue.
What Is Single Sign-On? Guide to SSO & Enterprise WiFi
Understand what is single sign-on, how SSO works, its protocols (SAML, OIDC), benefits, and how it secures enterprise WiFi access. Learn more.
SD-WAN vs. MPLS: The 2026 Enterprise Network Guide
Deciding between SD-WAN vs. MPLS? This in-depth 2026 guide compares architecture, cost, security, and performance for enterprise and venue IT decision-makers.
What is WPA2 WiFi security and is it still secure?
Discover how WPA2 WiFi security works, its AES encryption, KRACK vulnerability risks, WPA2 vs WPA3 differences, and passwordless enterprise upgrades.
What Is The WPA Key? WPA2, WPA3 & Security Explained
Discover what the WPA key is. This guide explains WPA, WPA2, WPA3, how they secure WiFi, & why passwordless alternatives are vital for 2026.
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