What is a “Wireless Internet Service Provider”?
A Wireless Internet Service Provider or WISP is a special kind of broadband service provider that uses a base station antenna to transmit data through the airwaves to a receiving antenna at a customer’s premises. The data transmission works in a similar manner to a satellite dish. The main difference is that a wireless Internet data antenna sends and receives information from a local tower or tall structure versus a satellite. WISPs use designated channels of spectrum to transmit large amounts of data, both upstream and downstream, over the airwaves. The fact that the service is transported over a wireless connection is transparent to customers who receive up to 10 Mbps of bandwidth via a regular Ethernet connection. The best part about a wireless system is the fact that the signal travels through the air, which means you don’t have to worry about running a pair of wires to every single customer. The correct paperwork and permissions must be obtained from the TRNC Ministry of Transport
