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Private Network vs Public Network: 5 Key Differences

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
May 10, 2024 IoT Trends
What are the differences between a private network vs public network are significant, and how do you decide which one is right for you? This blog gives you the information you need to make an informed decision.

Edge Computing: Saving Bandwidth, Time and Money

Brandon Moser, Manager, Professional Services, Digi International
May 02, 2024 IoT Trends
Edge computing helps to manage several IoT and networking challenges, such as the large volume of data collected at the edge, and the need to manage cellular data usage. When some of the compute resources and data management are handled at the network edge, it simplifies data management and reduces network traffic.

Meet the Latest Software Updates to DAL OS v 24.3 and Digi Remote Manager

Nate Pleasant, Product Manager, Enterprise Software, Digi International
April 19, 2024 Technical Insights
In this blog post, we showcase the great new features we've added to Digi Remote Manager and DAL OS version 24.3.28.88. We invite you to take a minute and walk through the most important highlights of our software’s latest additions and changes.

Celebrating Earth Day 2024 and Green Tech Innovation

Ron Konezny, President and CEO, Digi International
April 17, 2024 IoT Trends
In honor of Earth Day 2024, we celebrate green tech innovation, and the many ways in which technology solutions support our stewardship of the planet and vital natural resources, and advance our ability to monitor, manage and mitigate our impact.

Digi LifeCycle Assurance: Elevating Service and Support for Critical Systems

Brian Kirkendall, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Infrastructure Management, Digi International
April 11, 2024 IoT Trends
Digi’s Infrastructure Management division has unveiled the Digi LifeCycle Assurance program, a game-changing solution to fortify their commitment to exceptional Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) connectivity.

5G Public Safety Technology: Benefits and Uses for First Responders

Andy Vallejo, Regional Sales Manager-Government, Digi International
April 07, 2024 IoT Trends
With technology rapidly advancing, 5G public safety solutions are emerging — like Digi SAFE — to drive improved reliability and throughput of data in first responder vehicles. Learn more.

New Digi XBee Cellular Kit from SparkFun

Rob Faludi, IoT Consultant, Faludi.com
April 05, 2024 Digi XBee
SparkFun Electronics has released a brand-new Digi XBee Cellular Kit, in collaboration with Digi International, to celebrate the launch of the new Digi XBee Global Cellular LTE-M/NB-IoT module.

Examples of Solar Energy and IoT

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
March 27, 2024 IoT Trends
Solar energy is an example of one of the most critical renewable energy sources driving innovation. With climate change emerging as a top concern across the globe, solar is a go-to resource for clean, renewable energy. See some innovative solar examples.

SparkFun and Digi Expand XBee Ecosystem

Rob Faludi, IoT Consultant, Faludi.com
March 04, 2024 Digi XBee
Digi recently collaborated with SparkFun Electronics to revise and improve their most popular XBee development boards and adapters, as well as the Arduino shield

IoT Cybersecurity in the Media: Why It’s Not All Bad News

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February 28, 2024 IoT Trends
In IoT cybersecurity, there are critical steps every operation can and should be put into place. And there really is good news: With the right technology solution, organizations can prepare for current and unforeseen risks.

What Is IoT Device Management and Why Do You Need It?

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
February 24, 2024 Applications
IoT device management provides administrative access to a deployed network of Internet of Things devices. These connected devices must be monitored for security and uptime. The system sends notifications to an administrator, who has secure access to troubleshoot those devices, update their firmware and reboot them if needed.

Insider's Guide to Industry 4.0 Technologies: Tips and Insights

Digi Guest
February 23, 2024 IoT Trends
What are the Industry 4.0 technologies that must come together to make the new era of automation a reality? Explore this guest blog, which covers these innovations and how they will drive the full realization of the Industry 4.0 paradigm.

Introducing Digi IX40: 5G Edge Computing Cellular Router Solution, Purpose-built for Industry 4.0

Vitaly Kurduban, Senior Product Manager, Digi International
February 12, 2024 Digi News
Digi IX40 provides provides powerful edge intelligence and takes advantage of high-speed networks by placing computing power in the device at the edge of the enterprise network where the data is collected.

IoT in Manufacturing: Applications and Benefits of Smart Factories

Vitaly Kurduban, Senior Product Manager, Digi International
February 08, 2024 IoT Trends
The IoT and advanced technologies are transforming the manufacturing industry and powering a massive digital transformation. From manufacturing automation using robotics and “cobotics” — human/robot collaboration — to predicting equipment failure on the factory floor and tracking assets in a warehouse, the industrial IoT the future of manufacturing.

Key Features and Benefits of 5G Technology

Jayna Locke, Senior Marketing Manager, Digi International
February 02, 2024 IoT Trends
What are the features and benefits of 5G, and what problems does it solve? Does everyone need to migrate to 5G? For the answers to these and other burning questions, read on.

Announcing the Latest Digi Software Solutions for DAL OS 23.12 Firmware and Digi Remote Manager

Nate Pleasant, Product Manager, Enterprise Software, Digi International
January 17, 2024 Technical Insights
We regularly enhance the Digi Accelerated Linux operating system (DAL OS) and Digi Remote Manager with firmware and feature updates. Meet the latest enhancements, with DAL OS 23.12.

What Is NB-IoT? Narrowband IoT Applications

Digi International
January 11, 2024 IoT Trends
NB IoT, or Narrowband Internet-of-Things, is an LPWAN radio technology standard developed to efficiently enable a wide range of IoT devices and services. Here are some applications.

Upgrading Infrastructure: Transitioning from Digi PortServer TS to Digi Connect EZ

Ben Tucker, Director, Product Management for Infrastructure Management, Digi International
January 04, 2024 Technical Insights
The Digi Connect® EZ line is a family of complete serial connectivity solutions, with multiple options to meet a range of application needs. Learn how to quickly and easily transition from Digi PortServer TS to Digi Connect EZ.

Digi Meets 2024 Head-On, with Our 2023 Year in Review

Ron Konezny, President and CEO, Digi International
January 02, 2024 IoT Trends
Digi International is growing, with many business drivers at work. This blog post by Ron Konezny, Digi President and CEO, shares the highlights from the previous year and the outlook for the future.

How to Make Use of IoT in Asset Management

Digi Guest
December 14, 2023 IoT Trends
Asset management and monitoring involve managing and monitoring an organization's assets throughout their lifespan. These assets may be physical, such as machinery, equipment, or vehicles. Or they can be digital, like software licenses.

The Ethernet Serial Converter: Key to Serial Management Infrastructure

Ben Tucker, Director, Product Management for Infrastructure Management, Digi International
December 06, 2023 Applications
Ethernet serial converters, also known as serial terminal servers and serial device servers, play a crucial role in facilitating the integration of this serial equipment into modern Ethernet networks. Learn more in our blog post.

Modernizing Utility Infrastructure with Serial Connectivity

Ben Tucker, Director, Product Management for Infrastructure Management, Digi International
November 20, 2023 IoT Trends
Our aging utility infrastructure must modernize to combat threats such as more demand, cyber threats and severe weather. In this article, we share modernization strategies for legacy utility infrastructure with serial connectivity.

Digi TX40 Cellular Router Solution – Use Cases and Advantages

Landon Reese, Vice President, Product Management, Digi International
November 10, 2023 Applications
The Digi TX40 5G cellular router — part of the complete Digi SAFE™ solution — provides public safety service fleets with the rugged, reliable, and secure connectivity solutions they need, from secure data-sharing to highly reliable communications for situational awareness, and connectivity for all onboard and body-worn systems.

What Is the Smart Grid and How Is It Enabled by IoT?

Quinn Jones, Senior Product Manager – Digi XBee, Digi International
November 02, 2023 IoT Trends
The “smart grid” is the next generation electrical network - updated with communications technology and connectivity to drive smarter resource use.

The Latest Software Updates for DAL OS 23.9 and Digi Remote Manager

Nate Pleasant, Product Manager, Enterprise Software, Digi International
November 01, 2023 Technical Insights
The Digi Accelerated Linux operating system (DAL OS) provides powerful intelligence to our solutions, enabling automation, security, out-of-band management and other sophisticated capabilities. In this blog, we share the latest updates.

XBee Buying Guide

Rob Faludi, IoT Consultant, Faludi.com
October 30, 2023 Technical Insights
What is XBee®? And how do you choose the right one for your use case? In this XBee Buying Guide, learn how to compare XBee module types, select from short range, long range and cellular modules, and compare wireless communication protocols like Zigbee and DigiMesh®.

5G Edge Computing: How It’s Setting the Stage for Industry 4.0

Vitaly Kurduban, Senior Product Manager, Digi International
October 27, 2023 IoT Trends
5G edge computing offers superior network performance for industrial IoT and industrial automation, offering enhanced throughput and significantly reduced latency when compared to its 4G LTE predecessor. Learn more in our blog and access our Industry 4.0 eBook.

10 Ways IoT Edge Computing Can Transform Business in the Digital Age

Digi Guest
October 20, 2023 IoT Trends
This article explores the transformative power of IoT and edge computing for business, by delving into 10 use cases. Learn how it could reshape your business’s digital operations.

The FIPS 140-2 Encryption Standard and Use Cases

Nate Pleasant, Product Manager, Enterprise Software, Digi International
October 13, 2023 Applications
FIPS (Federal Information Processing Standards) provides compliance rules for cryptographic modules - hardware and software - to encrypt sensitive data. It is required for all government agencies and contractors, and can be used by any organization for cybersecurity. Digi cellular solutions are FIPS 140-2 validated.

What Is Industrial IoT (IIoT)? Definition, Use Cases and Application Examples

Quinn Jones, Senior Product Manager – Digi XBee, Digi International
September 29, 2023 Applications
The Industrial Internet of Things is the use of connected smart devices in industrial applications for purposes such as automation, remote monitoring and predictive maintenance.

5G and Law Enforcement: Communication Speed and Reliability

Andy Vallejo, Regional Sales Manager-Government, Digi International
September 28, 2023 Applications
5G is a game changer for law enforcement, enabling fast, reliable and secure communications for all the wireless devices police officers use. Learn more in our blog.

Digi ConnectCore 8M Nano: Developer Resources, Security, Scalability

Andreas Burghart, Principal IoT Technology Manager, Digi International
September 25, 2023 Technical Insights
Digi International recently announced availability of the Digi ConnectCore 8M Nano Development Kit. The Digi ConnectCore® 8M Nano is designed to meet the needs of organizations developing industrial, medical, agricultural and transportation products that require advanced connectivity and multimedia capabilities.

Wi-Fi 6 Compatible Devices and Their Use Cases

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
September 22, 2023 IoT Trends
Wi-Fi 6 is a connectivity standard that brings improvements to speed, power efficiency and range. Learn about the technology advances and use cases in this blog post.

What Are CBRS and Private LTE, and What Are the Use Cases?

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
September 16, 2023 IoT Trends
Private networks provide connectivity where regular Internet can't. This article covers the benefits of private LTE and CBRS – a version of Private LTE in the 3.5 GHz spectrum that is becoming increasingly popular in the US.

Strengthen Your Serial Connectivity Security with the Digi Connect EZ Product Family

Ben Tucker, Director, Product Management for Infrastructure Management, Digi International
September 11, 2023 Applications
Today, many companies rely on legacy serial devices that are vulnerable to security breaches. By modernizing your serial connectivity with Digi Connect® EZ, you can fortify your network against potential security threats.

Digi’s 2023 Wormburner Golf Event and Fundraiser

Ron Konezny, President and CEO, Digi International
September 07, 2023 Digi News
Each year Digi holds the "Wormburner" golf tournament to raise funds for local organizations that support underserved communities. Check out the highlights from the 32nd annual event.

Embedded Systems Cybersecurity Regulations: How Legislation Is Responding to Security Threats

Miguel Perez, OEM Product Manager, Digi International
August 29, 2023 IoT Trends
Embedded system cybersecurity laws are emerging that require developers of products with connected products to fully integrate security into their devices, and to enable ongoing security monitoring and maintenance. Our blog describes the emerging legislation.

When Is 6G Coming, and What Does It Mean for 5G and 4G LTE?

Harald Remmert, CTO, Cellular Solutions , Digi International
August 24, 2023 IoT Trends
6G is expected to launch commercially in 2030. Steps toward commercial readiness include the shift to 5G Advanced in 2024-2025 and 6G requirements gathering in 2023-2026. 6G standardization is slated for 2023-2026. Evaluations of 6G will begin in 2028, preparing 6G for commercial release in or near 2030.

Network Speed and Reliability in Transportation with WAN Bonding

Steve Mazur, Business Development Director, Government
August 15, 2023 IoT Trends
Network speed and reliability are critical for public transportation — supporting everything from security video to computer-aided dispatch/automated vehicle location, vehicle diagnostics global positioning as well as passenger Wi-Fi. Digi WAN Bonding can help.

The Mobile Command Center: A Rolling Tech and Comms Hub

Andy Vallejo, Regional Sales Manager-Government, Digi International
August 10, 2023 Applications
A mobile command center is a mission critical vehicle that is equipped for incident response in the field. This mobile command trailer, bus or truck operates as a central office — equipped with communications technology including satellite dishes, cellular routers and Wi-Fi connections to ensure connectivity anywhere.

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