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GLOSSARY

OpenRoaming

OpenRoaming

What is OpenRoaming?

OpenRoaming is a global Wi-Fi roaming framework that enables seamless and secure connections to Wi-Fi networks. It allows devices to automatically connect to participating networks without manual logins, leveraging standards like Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint and authentication protocols to ensure a secure and frictionless experience.

What else should you know?

  • Federation Model: OpenRoaming operates as a collaboration between Access Network Providers (ANPs), such as public venues and enterprises, and Identity Providers (IDPs), including service providers and device manufacturers. This federation facilitates automatic and secure Wi-Fi connections across different networks.
  • Security Measures: The framework employs enterprise-grade security protocols, including Transport Layer Security (TLS) and certificate-based authentication, to protect users from potential Wi-Fi threats, ensuring that connections are both seamless and secure.
  • User Experience: By eliminating the need for manual authentication processes, OpenRoaming enhances the user experience, allowing devices to connect automatically to participating Wi-Fi networks as users move between different locations.

Here are some of the benefits of OpenRoaming:

  • Secure connections: OpenRoaming uses secure protocols to ensure that your data is protected when you connect to a Wi-Fi network.
  • Automatic roaming: Your device can automatically connect to trusted OpenRoaming networks without any manual intervention from you.
  • Global reach: The OpenRoaming federation is growing rapidly, with millions of hotspots available worldwide.

What are some examples of OpenRoaming?

  • Orkney Islands: A public Wi-Fi solution implemented across the islands to provide seamless connectivity for residents, visitors, and businesses.
  • Canary Wharf, London: Deployed to offer automatic, uninterrupted Wi-Fi access throughout the business and retail district.
  • Clair Global Campus: Used for seamless onboarding of guests across a large rural campus, enhancing visitor connectivity experiences.