Wimax in the philippines

WiMAX in the Philippines was developed in 2005 to respond to consumer needs for fast, efficient, and stable wireless broadband services. Major telecommunications companies in the Philippines try to position themselves as the industry leader in WiMAX wireless broadband services.
WiMAX
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WiMAX, or Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access, provides wireless transmission of data based on the broadband Internet access protocol (IEEE 802.16). WiMAX is intended for “metropolitan area networks,” with broadband ranges that range from 30 miles for fixed transmitters and 10 miles for mobile linkages. The technology is faster and more stable than existing wireless broadband Internet systems available on the market, like 3G, HSPA, and CDMA. WiMAX also provides broadband speeds without the need for cables.
WiMAX Providers and Networks
In the Philippines, WiMAX is used to service both rural and urban areas. WiMAX technology in the Philippines aims to cover all areas where the service is needed, regardless of whether they are urban or rural. WiMAX expansion projects aim to target areas that are unreachable by DSL, cable Internet, or other wireless broadband Internet systems.
Major telecommunications providers, especially those specializing in mobile services, provide WiMAX to subscribers and prospective customers. As of February 2010, three major telecom companies have either established a WiMAX network, or are in the process of establishing and expanding theirs.
Globe Telecom
Globe Telecom launched its WiMAX services in 2009 to meet customer needs for fast, reliable wireless broadband Internet connections. Globe’s 2.5 GHz WiMAX broadband network is the first and the largest WiMAX network in Southeast Asia. Trials for Globe’s WiMAX networks were started in 2005, and the final product launched in 2009, with thousands of subscribers already linked to the network.
Liberty Telecom
Liberty Telecom, jointly owned by San Miguel Corporation, launched its own WiMAX service called WiTribe in 2010. Liberty Telecom calls its service “4G,” to distinguish the service from other speeds offered by other telecom providers. Liberty promises 2 MBPS speeds with its 4G/WiMAX network.
Smart Communications
WiMAX services for Smart Communications began in 2009, but opted instead to focus on its HSPA infrastructures instead of following the lead of Globe and Liberty.

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