As we face disaster season, including earthquakes the importance of reliable and fast WiFi becomes even more critical. WiFi 7 is emerging with potential speeds of up to 46Gbps—five times faster than WiFi 6 or WiFi 6E. This advanced technology offers enhanced support for stable connections in ultra-dense environments, essential when many users need access simultaneously, such as in evacuation centers or emergency response hubs.
The impressive performance of WiFi 7 is not just for typical household use; it is particularly beneficial in high-density scenarios like concert halls, airports, and schools, where quick and reliable connections are vital during crises. For instance, during an evacuation from a wildfire, emergency services and residents alike require robust connectivity for communication and coordination. Similarly, during an earthquake, WiFi 7 can support real-time updates and alerts in crowded shelters.
As more client devices that support WiFi 7 come to market, upgrading will become increasingly important for organizations that need to ensure robust connectivity in challenging situations.
What makes WiFi 7 different?
5x Faster Speeds
Doubling the maximum channel width to 320MHz
An additional 20% boost in higher peak data rates
100% Lower Latency
6GHz provides more than double the bandwidth of 2.4 and 5Ghz combined.
Scenarios Where WiFi 7 is Essential:
Evacuation Centers: During wildfires, evacuees often gather in temporary shelters where reliable internet is needed for communication, information sharing, and accessing emergency services.
Emergency Response Coordination: In the aftermath of an earthquake, first responders and emergency teams require stable, high-speed connections to coordinate rescue efforts, share real-time updates, and manage logistics effectively.
Healthcare Facilities: Hospitals and clinics need robust WiFi to support telemedicine services, allowing doctors to consult with patients remotely, especially when disasters disrupt traditional communication methods.
Public Information Dissemination: In hurricane-affected areas, local governments can use WiFi 7 to broadcast crucial information about safety measures and evacuation orders to large crowds in public spaces.
Event Venues: In large venues and concert halls, WiFi 7 can support thousands of attendees accessing streaming services, social media, and emergency alerts simultaneously during a crisis.
Organizations are encouraged to invest in WiFi 7 access points ahead of widespread availability to future-proof their networks for the demands of disaster season and beyond. Businesses can enhance their operational efficiency during critical times by replacing hard-wired connections with WiFi 7 in scenarios like video production, medical monitoring, and high-performance computing.
WiFi 7’s increased capacity supports more devices with consistently high speeds, making it invaluable in environments that experience a surge in connectivity needs during natural disasters.
Zyxel offers a full-stack, comprehensive range of products, including access points, switches, firewalls, and routers, to provide a complete network infrastructure solution and deliver incredible speeds with WiFi 7.
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Learn more about Zyxel WiFi 7 Access Points:
• WBE660S
• NWA130BE