1997

A common standard for a new wireless communications technology is agreed – and Wi-Fi starts to revolutionise the way we see and interact with the world around us. Its now ubiquitous symbol is synonymous with easy (and often free) internet access that puts information at our fingertips. Contrary to popular belief, Wi-Fi is not an abbreviation of ‘wireless fidelity’ but a name created by the marketing team hired to promote it.