What is WiMAX?
In the beginning there was – WiFi Most of us are familiar with WiFi, which stands for Wireless Fidelity. This is the wireless standard used in the home or office to transmit broadband internet signals from a DSL router or cable modem to computers and peripherals, or the device used to create an internet hot spot at a local Starbucks. Although a very effective technology, it has its drawbacks: it is normally limited in distance (up to 300 ft), does poorly with interference, and is primarily used for indoor service. WiFi has restricted ability to penetrate buildings or obstructions, and the information-carrying bandwidth is limited. Furthermore WiFi has been plagued with security and quality of service (QoS) issues. WiFi wireless LANS are based on the IEEE 802.11 standards and have been a very successful first step in wireless deployment of broadband. Then came WiMAX WiMAX has been dubbed Wi-Fi on steroids and is governed by IEEE 802.16. WiMAX stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Mi
