How to Avoid Wireless Internet Connection Problems at Large Events

It was 2010, one of the most significant years in Apple’s history . The launch of iPhone 4 was underway, and after his trademark narration ...

It was 2010, one of the most significant years in Apple’s history. The launch of iPhone 4 was underway, and after his trademark narration before dropping the "big news", Steve Jobs – then Apple CEO, started demonstrating to the audience the features of the device on a large screen in front of the packed auditorium.

Everything was going on well, but the Wi-Fi connection had other ideas. It was one of the biggest events in the company's history, and you could sense the growing frustrations in Steve Jobs as he muttered something in the lines of "What is going on here?"

It was a classic case of internet connection failure during big events. And after a few minutes of troubleshooting and several failed attempts to connect to AT&T’s 3G internet, Jobs turned to the audience and candidly said that they were the reason for network failure. He explained that the room had over 500 devices using the same Wi-Fi, and it is probably behind the interference with his demo.

He even asked people to turn off their devices if they wanted to see the product demos to the end.

“All you bloggers need to turn off your base stations,” Jobs said. “If you want to see the demos, shut off your laptops, turn off all these Mi-Fi base stations and put them on the floor, please.”

Despite the glitches, the product launch still managed to make into the long list of best presentations ever made by Steve Jobs.

So, how do you ensure that your event doesn't get ruined by internet connection? Well, you can consider hiring a reputed and well-managed company like Trade Show Internet that offers scalable event Wi-Fi solutions to meet the networking needs of any event.

They provide plug and play Wi-Fi hotspots for events with up to 100 guests. But if you are planning for an event with over 100 attendees, they can still help. They can provide a customizable high-density wireless network solution for your event. Some of the on-site internet connection services include:

• High-speed internet
• High-density Wi-Fi
• Network monitoring and usage reports
• Interference and risk mitigation
• Outdoor Wi-Fi
• And much more