Hi-Fi To Wi-Fi And Wimax?

There is a misconception among the general public that WiMax (technical standard 802.11) is a more robust version of his WiFi (802.16). Comparing this duo is like comparing apples to oranges. WiMax and WiFi are complementary technologies tailored to different consumer needs. Although both are wireless broadband technologies, their technical implementations differ. Wi-Fi was developed for mobile computing devices, but now it is widely used in VoIP services, gaming applications, digital cameras, etc. WiFi is used to provide connectivity in small areas, such as offices and homes. WiMax, on the other hand, is used as a standards-based technology to provide broadband connectivity to most areas within a certain radius of a central network and to people traveling by car. This acts as an alternative to using DSL and cable.

With widespread use in hotels, airports, and large Wi-Fi zones, Wi-Fi technology will continue to have an impact for many years to come. Still, some major carriers are hesitant to use WiFi because WiMax has additional benefits such as less interference and stronger signal capabilities. It is worth noting that some WiMax towers serve the same role as hundreds of WiFi access points. Both Wi-Fi and WiMax connections depend on the distance between the two antennas. Using the IEEE 802.11g standard, WiFi has a data speed of 54 Mbit/s and a range of approximately 30 meters. WiMax typically offers 70 Mbit/s and has a range of 112 kilometers.

While WiFi operates on a small, pathetic, unlicensed portion of the allocated spectrum, the development of WiMax was done with radios operating on frequencies that required a license to use. WiFi products are widely expanding in the market. The price is also quite cheap. Many access points and network interfaces support encryption to protect against intruders. The WiMax standard is becoming increasingly established in the MAN part of network technology. Its diverse network capabilities are becoming increasingly important, allowing users not only to access cafe hotspots but also mobile WiMax access around the city. The only problem with WiMax's widespread adoption is its high price.

By the end of 2010, many users will be abandoning their DSL lines, cable modems, and wireless routers and sticking with their WiMax wireless broadband technology instead. Because WiMax offers many benefits in today's rapidly changing world,.

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