The January 19, 2024, report by the Wireless Broadband Alliance examines the networking technology implementations of Wi-Fi HaLow, based on the IEEE 802.11ah communication standard. The report discusses a plan for deploying Wi-Fi HaLow in Internet of Things (IoT) applications by leveraging the strengths of Wi-Fi without relying on proprietary or non-Internet Protocol (IP) technologies. The benefits of Wi-Fi HaLow include improved security, better battery life, communication through walls, and support for a greater number of devices. The report includes use cases that demonstrate the benefits of Wi-Fi HaLow for service providers, device-makers, and end users. The main takeaway is that Wi-Fi HaLow will enable new IoT products and services to be planned and deployed with greater confidence.

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