Internet service provider Pipex and wireless networking
firm Airspan are to roll out a wireless broadband trial in the
Midlands using Wimax technology.
Wimax was recently ratified as a standard and allows providers
to supply voice and data services to end users over distances of
miles, rather than the short distances supported by 802.11-based
wireless hotspots.
Wimax is also seen by providers as an ideal alternative to
fixed-line broadband.
Pipex intends delivering both consumer and business broadband
services using its own licensed Wimax spectrum, and Airspan's Wimax
customers’ premises equipment (CPE).
The trial will also be used to test customer voice over IP
services.
