The Purple Blog
Insights, tips, and news about guest WiFi, analytics, marketing automation, and venue technology.
Purple appoints Iain Fox as VP growth for public sector WiFi
Purple appoints Iain Fox as VP growth for public sector to lead digital inclusion and smart city WiFi infrastructure across local municipalities.
Explain what an audit trail is for IT Security in 2026
Discover what an audit trail is, its importance for security, compliance, and troubleshooting in 2026. Learn with examples for enterprise WiFi and network access.
Office WiFi: Optimize Your Modern Office WiFi Network
Plan, deploy, and secure your office WiFi. This guide covers network design, zero-trust access, guest workflows, and Passpoint authentication.
WiFi Frequencies: A Guide to WiFi Frequencies in 2026
Optimize your US enterprise network. Our 2026 guide explains 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands and interference to help you manage WiFi frequencies effectively.
BLE Low Energy Explained for Enterprise
Discover what BLE Low Energy is and how it powers enterprise asset tracking, proximity marketing, and location services. A guide for IT and business leaders.
SD WAN vs MPLS: The 2026 Enterprise Network Guide
Compare SD-WAN and MPLS on cost, latency, and cloud performance. Discover how hybrid WAN architectures cut circuit costs and offload venue WiFi traffic.
A Guide to 6 GHz WiFi Deployment in 2026
Unlock faster speeds and lower latency with 6 GHz WiFi. Our 2026 guide explains WiFi 6E/7, UK regulations, and enterprise deployment with Purple.
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
Understand what a WPA key is, how the 4-way handshake protects traffic, and why enterprises replace shared PSKs with 802.1X and Cloud RADIUS.
How Does Broadband Work: A Technical Guide for IT Admins
How does broadband work - Learn exactly how broadband works, from core infrastructure to your router. Essential technical insights for IT admins on networks
WAN as a Service: Cloud-Native Networking Explained
Discover WAN as a Service: a cloud-native networking solution. Understand its architecture, security benefits, and support for modern organizations.
Randomize MAC Address: Regain Control of WiFi Analytics
Is MAC address randomization breaking your WiFi analytics & security? Learn to detect it & use modern identity solutions to regain control.
Future-Proof WiFi Onboarding: Boost ROI & UX
Elevate your WiFi onboarding. Our guide explores methods like Passpoint, security, and UX best practices. Learn to prove ROI for seamless connections.
What is WiFi Direct? A Guide for Modern Venues
Learn how WiFi Direct works without routers, compare speeds against Bluetooth, and evaluate enterprise security risks from unmanaged peer-to-peer links.
Guide to WiFi 6: Next-Gen Wireless Networks
Explore our comprehensive guide to WiFi 6. Learn about OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and deploy faster, more secure wireless for your enterprise or venue.
Access Point Security: Your 2026 Enterprise Guide
A complete guide to access point security. Learn to defend against threats, implement WPA3 and 802.1X, and deploy identity-based WiFi for your enterprise.
Protect Your Network with Strong DNS and Security
Learn how DNS and security are linked. Our guide covers threats, protocols like DNSSEC & DoH, and Zero Trust for enterprise & WiFi environments.
What Is a Leased Line? Dedicated Business Internet
What is a leased line? Discover dedicated, symmetrical internet for enterprise apps & guest WiFi, with key SLA & procurement tips.
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