WiMax may reach rural areas first

[via zdnet UK] BT may launch WiMax in rural areas ahead of cities following the success of its trials of the high-speed wireless technology.

BT's researchers took WiMax to four remote locations in the UK to test it in the most severe weather conditions over the most testing terrain. Seventy-three percent of wireless broadband users in rural areas expressed 'extreme satisfaction' with the service, although Patel said the results may not reflect the service accurately.

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