There’s nothing new about mesh-networking technology. What is new is that mesh networking is finally cheap enough to be deployed in both homes and small businesses.

Mesh networking deals with that most common of Wi-Fi problems: Dead zones. You know how it goes. You move your laptop from your office to your conference room and — blip! — there goes your Wi-Fi connection.

Mesh networking: Why it’s coming to a home or office near you. More >