WiMAX - Worldwide Interoperability from Microwave Access

• Worldwide Interoperability from Microwave Access (WiMAX)
• Wireless data over long distances from point to point services to cellular types.
• IEEE 802.16 standard (Similar to WirelessMAN)
• Applications: Streaming media on internet, Live Video Conferencing, Mobile TV
• Nullifies dependency on last mile networks.
• Speed: 10 Mbps, Range: 50 Km
• Unencrypted network can be monitored, Data can be read and copy from internet unless its under VPN or secure webpage
• Currently best spectrum efficiency available
• Open Model: Subscriber can go anywhere on internet
• Cost is significantly low than 3G.