Wi-Fi and HomePlug Powerline Groups Join Forces

C|Net says that both the Wi-Fi and HomePlug Powerline groups have just joined forces. Maybe they are going to come up with a new technology that will allow wi-fi networks to transmit data over home power lines…wait…why are they joining forces?

The agreement, announced today, enables cooperative efforts for the joint technical review of Wi-Fi Alliance's and HomePlug's specifications and standards that facilitate interoperability of smart-grid applications. Both parties will also promote the adoption of wireless and powerline technologies.

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