by Matt Bossom
Contributing Editor - WIIE
While many utilities still rely on hard-wired networks for data and voice communication, these brittle systems are being replaced and augmented by wireless networks that support both traditional and multimedia data traffic. Wireless networks allow utilities to scale easily, to improve communication, and to access systems remotely.

When comparing the option of wired versus wireless, concerns about security, infrastructure, and regulations can make a utility wary of change.