Radio IP Software is a Montreal company specializing in wireless. They have developed new protocols and technologies that provide connection anywhere, any time, which can switch seamlessly between different networks, be it private RF networks, cellular networks or wireless hotspots. Their products and services are targeted at public service organizations, like firefighters, police corps, governmental fleets, emergency medical services, and companies like Hydro-Québec.
Yesterday, they have struck a deal with EMS Statcom and MVS to provide satellite data communication to its supported networks. Users will use MVS’s satellite network and EMS’s data transceivers. This means users will be able to get permanent and real-time connection in remote areas where terrestrial networks might not be installed, or in urban areas where natural disasters have occured.
I like Radio IP’s consistent focus, although I question the engineering of proprietary IP protocols. I have a feeling they did it solely for business reasons (hint: it’s patented); but I know that TCP/IP and UDP are more than capable of handling secure and mobile connections. They are open, standard and proven technologies. Being open and public means that everyone could use the technology, improve it, and find new creative ways to use it. The Internet works that way, as it was supposed to be an academic tool in the first place. In this case, I don’t see today the use for 24/7 connectivity, anywhere in Quebec, but I am sure others will.
I now invite Radio IP Software to leave their niche, comfy, patented place and allow access to their technology to the general public.
