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Home networking gets faster, says In Stat

HOME NETWORK users are continuing to migrate to newer and faster home networking connectivity technologies, including Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11n and alternative wire technologies, such as coax, powerline and phone wiring.In 2008, 10/100 Ethernet was still the leading technology in use with home networks worldwide. But according to In-Stat, 802.11x networks will outnumber 10/100 Ethernet by the end of 2009.The high tech research firms also notes that many Wi-Fi users have transitioned, or are currently transitioning, from 802.11b to the more robust 802.11g, and some have begun to upgrade from 802.11g to draft 802.11n-compatible products.“Another notable trend is that the use...