APITU insists on harmonizing the radio frequency spectrum for the operation of devices that support the new wireless standards Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7, having addressed the Cabinet of Ministers with a corresponding request.
Introduction of Wi-Fi 7
High-speed wireless standard
At the beginning of this year, the final version of the advanced wireless communication standard was presented Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be). Following this, manufacturers began to announce their own solutions supporting this technology. However, apparently, Ukrainian consumers will have to wait some time for such devices to appear on store shelves.
Wi-Fi 7 features and capabilities
With Multi-Link Operation (MLO) ) in the Wi-Fi 7 standard, connections are distributed across three frequency bands (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz). Compared to Wi-Fi 6, the new standard doubles the bandwidth of networks, thereby ensuring faster operation and stable communication when connecting a large number of devices. Wi-Fi 7 technology provides data transfer speeds of approximately 40 Gbps, which is 4 times faster than Wi-Fi 6, due to a wider channel bandwidth of 320 MHz and 4096-QAM modulation compared to 160 MHz bandwidth and 1024-QAM modulation. QAM, inherent in Wi-Fi of previous versions.
Launch of devices with Wi-Fi 7
Manufacturers are expected to deliver devices with the new Wi-Fi 7 standard. We are talking about both manufacturers of network equipment and terminal devices (PCs, laptops, smartphones, tablets, etc.). However, issues of harmonization of the radio frequency spectrum have not yet been resolved in Ukraine. Therefore, legal import and operation of such devices in Ukraine will be impossible. Moreover, this problem applies not only to devices that support the latest Wi-Fi 7 standard, but also applies to models with the previous Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) standard.
APITU's appeal to the government
To resolve this annoying misunderstanding and speed up the process of normal use in In Ukraine, modern devices supporting advanced wireless communication standards, the Association of Information Technology Enterprises of Ukraine (APITU) appealed to the government. APITU asks the Cabinet of Ministers to harmonize the radio frequency spectrum for the operation of devices supporting Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7.
APITU asks the government to instruct the Ministry of Digital Transformation and the National Communications Regulatory Commission to develop and submit to the Cabinet of Ministers draft regulations to ensure the possibility import, production and operation of devices that comply with Wi-Fi 6E and Wi-Fi 7 standards, as well as develop and adopt the necessary regulatory documents within the powers of the Ministry of Digital Transformation and the National Communications Regulatory Commission. APITU also asks the government to inform about the instructions provided and the time prospects for this regulatory settlement.
Glossary
- APITU (Association of Information Technology Enterprises of Ukraine) is an association of leading companies in the IT industry, representing the interests of the industry.
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) is the latest high-speed wireless data transfer standard, providing speeds up to 40 Gbps.
- Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) - the previous wireless standard preceding Wi-Fi 7.
- Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine - executive authority , responsible for the formation and implementation of state policy in the field of digitalization.
- NKEC (National Communications Regulatory Commission) is a government body that regulates the activities of entities in the telecommunications services market.
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What problems arise due to the lack of harmonization of the radio frequency spectrum in Ukraine?
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We present an overview of the new wireless standards Wi-Fi 7 and Wi-Fi 6E, as well as the current problems of their use in Ukraine and the need for legal regulation by the government.
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Иван
The good thing is that Wi-Fi 7 provides high data transfer speeds 📶 This will be a big plus for many areas, especially for streaming services and online games 🎮
София
Yes, with such a fast Internet it will be possible to download large files in a matter of seconds 📥 This is a real boon for working with large projects 🙌
Анджей
The main thing is that new devices are not too expensive 💰 Otherwise, few will be able to afford an upgrade to Wi-Fi 7.
Клара
I agree, price always plays a big role 💷 But at the same time, technology does not stand still, and faster networks will sooner or later become the norm.
Франц
Yes, progress cannot be stopped 🚀 Remember how quickly smartphones replaced regular mobile phones. The same will happen with Wi-Fi 👍
Борис
Why all these innovations?! 😒 In my youth, a regular modem worked great. These endless updates are just a way to scam people out of money! 💰
Мария
Boris, how can there be no progress? 🤷♀️ Imagine how many opportunities will open up with Wi-Fi 7: virtual reality, cloud gaming, remote work without delays. This is cool! 😍
Пьетро
Yes, new products are always attractive 😎 But I am more concerned about the issue of safety. I hope Wi-Fi 7 has done a good job protecting data 🔒