SearchNetworking.com | Panelists dismiss WLAN health concerns: "Panelists dismiss WLAN health concerns
By Eric B. Parizo, SearchNetworking.com News Editor
19 Nov 2003 | SearchNetworking.com
LAS VEGAS -- According to experts who spoke Tuesday at Comdex Las Vegas 2003, wireless LAN technology will make important strides in 2004, despite concerns that widespread usage of radio frequency devices could have as-yet unknown health implications.
During a panel discussion moderated by Craig Mathias, principal with the Farpoint Group consulting firm, conversation focused on upcoming chip sets and security standards, but the audience was quick to question the panel on the safety of 802.11 technologies.
Frank Hanzlik, managing director of the Wi-Fi Alliance industry group, said there is no evidence suggesting that wireless LANs are dangerous.
'Safety is important to all users,' Hanzlik said. 'There's no reason to believe that there are any health issues today.'
Hanzlik said the Wi-Fi Alliance is committed to a proactive health stance, "
By Eric B. Parizo, SearchNetworking.com News Editor
19 Nov 2003 | SearchNetworking.com
LAS VEGAS -- According to experts who spoke Tuesday at Comdex Las Vegas 2003, wireless LAN technology will make important strides in 2004, despite concerns that widespread usage of radio frequency devices could have as-yet unknown health implications.
During a panel discussion moderated by Craig Mathias, principal with the Farpoint Group consulting firm, conversation focused on upcoming chip sets and security standards, but the audience was quick to question the panel on the safety of 802.11 technologies.
Frank Hanzlik, managing director of the Wi-Fi Alliance industry group, said there is no evidence suggesting that wireless LANs are dangerous.
'Safety is important to all users,' Hanzlik said. 'There's no reason to believe that there are any health issues today.'
Hanzlik said the Wi-Fi Alliance is committed to a proactive health stance, "
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