WiMAX WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

   WiMAX wireless technology is being touted as the ultimate solution for providing high-speed Internet services to homes, offices, and  even entire cities with Wireless Metropolitan Area Networks (WMANs).  It seems an impressive alternative to DSL, cable and satellite access technologies.  WiMAX proponents tout a range of 30 miles between base stations speeds of 70 Mbps and non-Line of Site capabilities.  Encouraging trials are underway using WIMAX for backhaul and, in conjunction with Broadband over Power Lines, Wi-Fi, and other technologies, bringing broadband access to the end user.  WiMAX is expected to have mobile standards completed by 2007, governed by IEEE 802.16e.  The question is: How much of this is just wishful thinking, and how much is realty?

   WiMAX could be a successful broadband solution, if deployed with: a clear understanding of its realities and limitations; well-integrated with business, network and operational planning; and used in combination with complementary and competing technologies where appropriate.  KOHL has the extensive knowledge to achieve this, including providing: competitive comparisons; WiMAX, field testing: vendor evaluations: assessment of scalability, robustness, upgradeability, susceptibility to radio interferences: and compliance with regulatory requirements.  Click appropriate link to view our experience and successes.