Which year was the 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6E) standard released?

The 802.11ax standard, commonly referred to as Wi-Fi 6, was officially released in 2019. However, the term Wi-Fi 6E refers to the extension of Wi-Fi 6 to the 6 GHz band, which became widely adopted and recognized in 2020. This distinction is crucial, as while the core 802.11ax standard was established earlier, the enhancements that truly defined Wi-Fi 6E developed significantly in the following year.

Understanding that Wi-Fi 6E operates on the newly allocated 6 GHz band provides a better grasp of its capabilities, such as increased bandwidth, reduced latency, and improved network efficiency, benefiting environments with dense wireless device usage. The release dates for these standards reflect the evolution of wireless technology to accommodate growing demands for faster and more reliable connections.