The Purple Blog
Insights, tips, and news about guest WiFi, analytics, marketing automation, and venue technology.
Purple Launches Offline Maps Mode for Seamless, Secure Navigation to WiFi Hotspots
Download regional maps with the Purple App's Offline Maps Mode for reliable navigation and trusted WiFi hotspot discovery without a cellular signal.
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 and optimize high-density office WiFi: calculate AP capacity, configure VLAN isolation, and secure corporate and guest access with zero trust.
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
Explore BLE Low Energy for enterprise: beacon standards, asset tracking, indoor wayfinding, and WiFi integration. Plan your deployment with our advisor.
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, FCC 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
Learn how broadband works from last-mile fiber to router handoff, and how WAN latency, contention, and bandwidth affect cloud logins and guest WiFi.
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
Learn how randomized MAC addresses impact venue analytics and how identity-based WiFi and Passpoint onboarding restore accurate visitor metrics.
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 how WiFi 6 improves high-density venue performance with OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and BSS coloring, delivering fast and reliable guest wireless.
Access Point Security: Your 2026 Enterprise Guide
Harden enterprise wireless access points against rogue APs and deauth attacks. Implement 802.1X EAP-TLS, 802.11w PMF, and switchport security.
Protect Your Network with Strong DNS and Security
Learn how DNS security, DNSSEC, DoH, and protective filtering defend enterprise WiFi networks against cache poisoning and data exfiltration.
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