Broadband Wireless Access and Local Networks

WiMax is a telecommunications technology aimed at providing wireless data over long distances. WiFi is a technology designed to improve the interoperability of wireless local area network products based on the IEEE 802.11 standards. Focusing on WiMax and WiFi, this comprehensive resource offers engineers essential, state-of-the-art coverage of wireless broadband access networks, including in-depth design and implementation guidance. Organized into three parts, the book provides a thorough introduction to wireless access and local networks, covers broadband mobile wireless access systems, and details mobile and broadband wireless local area networks.