Topping the list of emerging technologies that are causing a stir across the world today is Mobile WiMAX, says Rick Rogers, MD, Alvarion. <\/p>\n
The vision of personalised broadband in real time, at home or on the go, any time anywhere is the Mobile WiMAX promise, Rogers says. <\/p>\n
"Mobile WiMAX offers continuous connectivity using many types of mobile consumer devices allowing subscribers to get the most out of work or play, taking their broadband connections mobile or making their mobile service broadband. This merge means subscribers can greatly enhance their lifestyles and get mobilised with personal broadband services."<\/p>\n
World trends indicate that Mobile WiMAX is targeting two distinct markets – primary broadband services and personal broadband. The primary broadband services market addresses both rural and remote areas in the emerging markets. WiMAX offers an excellent solution to cross the digital divide and bridge the gap to areas not receiving communication services, while in developing areas, WiMAX offers an alternative to DSL. <\/p>\n
For the personal broadband market, WiMAX targets densely-populated areas, providing the opportunity to mobilise broadband connections by offering a DSL-on-the-go service. Mobile WiMAX facilitates always-on broadband connectivity, complete with mobility and roaming services, ensuring that subscribers are always connected and on line.<\/p>\n