6 April 2005
A new project to investigate the feasibility of providing wireless broadband access (WBA) to rural communities has begun.
The project differs to previous studies in the fact it is using higher power signals than are currently allowed, reports Electronics Weekly.
Scientific Generics are carrying out the study on behalf of UK telecoms Ofcom.
Initially working with communities in areas where other broadband technologies are not economic, the project will firstly highlight if there are possibilities of using higher power levels than are currently permitted by the equipment regulations, and secondly identify the most suitable frequency bands and technologies to provide broadband to these rural communities.
Andy Rhodes, principal consultant, Scientific Generics said: "This type of research is invaluable to the development of technology in rurally isolated areas. We are delighted to be working for Ofcom in the initial stages of understanding how to enable broadband technology in these areas."
It is hoped that if successful there will be no area of the UK that cannot receive broadband cheaply and efficiently.© DeHavilland Information Services plc
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