The success of Wi-Fi has ignited interest in extending the use of unlicensed wireless technologies to bridge the last-mile bottleneck. WiMAX, the trade association promoting such technologies, has recently begun to gain more industry support. This report examines the existing broadband wireless solutions in the unlicensed spectrum, their current and potential applications, the possible impact of WiMAX standardization, and other market drivers and inhibitors. The report also includes profiles of equipment vendors and best practices of WISPs. |