Bigfoot Networks Killer(TM) Wireless-N Adapters Deliver Breakthrough Wi-Fi(R) Performance for Notebooks
By Bigfoot Networks, PRNEMonday, February 28, 2011
Killer(TM) Wireless-N Pushes Boundaries of Wi-Fi(R) for Online Games, HD Video and High-Quality Audio
CeBIT - HANOVER, Germany, March 1, 2011 - Bigfoot Networks, the technology company behind the Killer(TM) line of
networking products for online games, today introduced the new Killer(TM)
Wireless-N family of high-performance Wi-Fi(R) adapters. Leveraging Bigfoot
Networks' exclusive Killer(TM) Wireless Technology and the latest 802.11n
features, Killer Wireless-N adapters perform up to five times faster[1] than
competing products. Killer Wireless-N adapters combine superior wireless
networking speed with powerful intelligence and control to deliver an optimal
experience for online games, HD video and high-quality audio. This results in
unprecedented wireless networking capabilities for today's notebook user.
Killer Wireless-N adapters are designed to fulfill consumers' growing
appetite for online gaming, on-demand media and other time-sensitive
applications. Recent studies forecast that worldwide consumer Internet
traffic related to online gaming, IP communications, online video and audio
will grow 500% by 2014[2]. 47.5 million people already play online games in
the United States[3], and online video viewing is up 45% over last year[4].
Skype, meanwhile, expects users to spend 190 billion minutes per year on
online communications, with 40% of those calls using video[5].
The popularity of online applications is pushing existing network
solutions to the limit, which results in freezing, stuttering, lower-quality
audio and video and a generally poor user experience. Killer Wireless-N
adapters tackle these challenges with technology Bigfoot Networks perfected
for the demanding and competitive PC gaming market.
"Popular online applications like gaming, Voice over IP (VoIP) and HD
video are some of the most sensitive to latency and packet loss over Wi-Fi
connections," said Bigfoot Networks CEO Michael Howse. "With our innovative
networking technology and advanced 802.11n hardware, Killer Wireless-N
adapters not only accelerate performance for online games, they also reduce
stuttering, excessive buffering and other annoyances in video chat and
on-demand entertainment services. You can watch Internet TV, listen to
streaming music or play a first-person shooter while downloading a huge
e-mail attachment, and not miss a thing. It's a powerful new online
experience for notebook users."
Killer Wireless-N adapters support IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n standards, operate
on 2.4 GHz and 5GHz frequency bands and come in a half-size mini-PCIe form
factor for integration with the latest notebook models from leading PC
manufacturers. Killer Wireless-N 1103 and 1102 adapters deliver
industry-leading data rates of up to 450 Mbps and 300 Mbps, respectively,
using range-enhancing 802.11n technologies that yield higher data throughput
rates over longer distances. Killer Wireless-N adapters also offer reduced
power consumption and Wi-Fi Direct(TM) peer-to-peer technology to ensure
heightened flexibility for today's mobile lifestyle.
Exclusive Killer(TM) Wireless Technology optimisations give Killer
Wireless-N adapters the unique ability to adapt to flows of data from
different applications. Advanced Stream Detect(TM) technology automatically
classifies and prioritises latency-sensitive network traffic for online
games, HD video and high-quality audio, providing better control and fewer
interruptions. Teamed with Bigfoot Networks' Visual Bandwidth Control(TM)
technology, it enables users to view and control network traffic for each
application in real time using a simple, intuitive interface. The result is
an unrivalled online media solution for notebook computers.
Key technology features include:
- Cutting-Edge 11n Performance - Up to five times better latency than leading competitors and enhanced rate-over-range performance. 3-stream MIMO on the Killer Wireless-N 1103 adapter enables data rates up to 450 Mbps[6]. 2-stream MIMO on the Killer Wireless-N 1102 adapter enables data rates up to 300 Mbps[7]. - Advanced Stream Detect(TM) - Automatically classifies and prioritises online games, HD video and high-quality audio for better quality and fewer interruptions in your online experience. - Visual Bandwidth Control(TM) - Lets users see which applications are hogging bandwidth and tune performance for each, so they don't interfere with online gameplay or multimedia applications. Offers the freedom to download files or watch a video or browse the web simultaneously. - PC Monitor(TM) - Monitor and manage wireless notebook PC health and performance with graphical displays and detailed logging via an intuitive user interface.
"Our customers demand nothing less than the best in online performance,"
said Kevin Wasielewski, CEO and Co-Founder of ORIGIN PC. "Increasingly, that
means not just games, but streaming movies, music and other kinds of media.
With the Bigfoot Networks Killer Wireless-N adapter, they enjoy not just
lightning-fast gaming performance, but smoother playback and reduced
buffering with their favorite online entertainment."
"We pride ourselves on delivering products that define the cutting edge,"
said Chris Morley, CTO of Maingear Computers. "With its breakthrough
combination of power, performance and networking intelligence, the Bigfoot
Networks Killer Wireless-N adapter will ensure our customers have an
unbeatable online experience, whether they're playing games, watching
on-demand movies or video chatting with friends."
Killer Wireless-N adapters will be available in gaming and media notebook
PCs from leading vendors including Schenker Notebooks (mysn.com), XMX
Notebooks (www.xmx.de/shop/mainpage_notebooks.php), One Notebooks
(www.one.de/shop/mini-allround-gaming-one-notebooks-c-213_245.html)
and others.
About Bigfoot Networks
Bigfoot Networks is a leading networking technology company that develops
hardware and software solutions that significantly improve the online gaming
experience. Its products are designed to provide maximum network performance
for online gaming and other real time applications. To learn more, visit
Bigfoot Networks at www.bigfootnetworks.com.
BIGFOOT NETWORKS, the BIGFOOT NETWORKS logo, KILLER and all other Bigfoot
Networks product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of Bigfoot
Networks Inc. KILLER Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. Wi-Fi(R) and Wi-Fi Direct(TM)
are trademarks or registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance. All other
trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
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[1] Based upon latency comparisons versus leading competitors using
Wireless Efficiency Test.
[2] Cisco Visual Networking Index, June 2010
[3] Newzoo MMO Market Report 2010
[4] NielsenWire, February 2011
[5] Skype keynote, CES 2011
[6] Up to 450Mbps raw data rate enabled with 802.11n with 3 spatial
streams. Actual wireless throughput will vary.
[7] Up to 300Mbps raw data rate enabled with 802.11n with 2 spatial
streams. Actual wireless throughput will vary.
To see a demo of the new Killer Wireless-N solutions or to speak with a Bigfoot Networks executive at this year's CeBIT, please e-mail bigfooteurope at lewispr.com or call +44(0)117-315-8584. Press Contact: Lisa Gillingham LEWIS PR for Bigfoot Networks, +44-117-315-8585, bigfootnetworks at lewispr.com
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