Technology and Communication

Technology around us is constantly improving and we constantly need to keep up with it. Sometimes that can be a pain, but sometimes these new technologies are superior means to improve our lives.

            Most of us should know what Wi-Fi is, as we each probably use it daily. Similar to Wi-Fi, is something called Li-Fi, which is being developed by many organizations all over the world. Li-Fi is a wireless communication technology that uses LED lights to enable its incredibly fast data. University of Edinburgh’s mobile communication professor, Harald Haas explained that the light bulbs could act as wireless routers in a Ted Talk.

https://www.techworld.com/data/what-is-li-fi-everything-you-need-know-3632764/

This technology could change the workplace, as the lights above everyone’s desk could serve as a transmission server. Some say that Li-Fi would be a good (and green) supplement to Wi-Fi, and even think it could replace Wi-Fi altogether.

            TechWorld gives examples Li-Fi uses:

·      Military - accessible in no-service zones

·      Parenting - turning off lights means turning off children’s access to prevent internet addiction

·      GPS - show certain access in a large workplace such as a hospital

·      Car-to-car communication - damage reports, warnings ahead, and collision warnings

·      Underwater communications - underwater vehicles communicate with one another

·      Internet of things - more devices able to connect to one another and data transferring at a high level

·      Enabled street lights: access to mobile phones = walking home at night safer

·      Security - more secure than Wi-Fi because of a shorter range

https://www.techworld.com/picture-gallery/data/-brilliant-uses-of-li-fi-3636688/

            Of course, what Li-Fi means in terms of communication is that there is a larger means to communicate. Connectedness, efficiency, and speed will increase, making it easier than ever to get messages sent. Some professional fields of work do not have the means necessary to communicate with one another, have access to the internet when needed, or have as fast of processing speed as they need.  

An example of this is the military as previously mentioned. Members of the military are not always in places that have internet, Wi-Fi, or even cell phone service. Li-Fi will enable them to communicate easily with one another, get orders from their superiors, and also communicate with the commander-in-chief quickly. Even a small light in a tent in the middle of nowhere will allow them to connect to Li-Fi.

Overall, Li-Fi would be a very beneficial asset to personal and professional communication in many aspects.