Boatwave monitors technological advancements so that you do not get stuck with obsolete technology.  There are currently three standards in local wireless networking 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g.  We currently endorse "b" and "g" for end users.  "a" Has some utility for relays, but not for client systems on boats or RVs.

 We have had some questions about obsolescence.  Sometimes physics limits processes, sometimes standards cause limitations.  Quite frankly, b will be the standard for outdoor usage for some time since it has good distance plus good bandwidth.  The "g" standard shifts down and is compatible with "b" when distance or objects limit coverage.  There are only so many FCC channels.  We project that this will not change for 5 to 10 years.  Virtual reality gaming is the current killer app and the current "b" standard handles these applications well.

When 802.11b technology was first initiated there was also a 900 Meg. wireless  standard.  This is a cordless phone standard, also 2.4 G. is a cordless phone and Bluetooth standard.  We do not foresee that the "g" standard will ever dissert the slower "b" standard since "g" systems shift down through the "b" range to get greater range.

The bottom line is "b" is still the best long term standard for longer distance applications.  There are some tricks that can be used to increase aggregate bandwidth for local LAN gamers.  The "g" standard is also good, but bandwidth will not be significantly improved over longer distances.