This IDC study provides market analysis for the worldwide WLAN semiconductor market from 2008 through 2012. The WLAN semiconductor market is expected to grow at a 23% CAGR from $1.58 billion in 2007 to $4.4 billion in 2012. The MIMO-enhanced 802.11n technology is expected to be the next growth driver for this market as the higher throughput and range provide a great opportunity for new applications and usage models.
"The need for connectivity and connected mobile clients continues to fuel the WLAN semiconductor market. We expect the double-digit growth to continue in this market over the next five years with the introduction of 802.11n-based products and as the technology gains traction in the mobile phone market," explains Ajit Deosthali, IDC research manager, Short Range Wireless Semiconductors. This book may contain less than 24 pages of technical content.