Topic: WiFi 802.22 can cover 12,000 square miles.

[Clive]

IEEE has just announced a new Wireless standard 802.22 that can cover up to 12,000 square miles. The standard is actually for Wireless Regional Area Networks or WRAN which uses the white spaces left in the TV frequency spectrum.

This new wireless standard is expected to bring internet connectivity to large areas which are less densely populated that did not have coverage previously. The WRAN will be able to deliver up to 22 Mbps without interfering with existing TV broadcast stations.

The network will function with a series of base stations like current wireless networks, the customer will only need a small box installed in their house for internet access. It’s now only a matter of time that you will be able to pick up the same wireless network at work and at home. Check out the press release below for full details.

http://www.tekgoblin.com/2011/08/01/wifi-802-22-can-cover-12000-square-miles/

[Simon]

Sounds promising.  I wonder how secure it will be?

[sam]

as a wideband radio astronomer it sounds annoying

[Simon]

Could be interesting to see what you could pick up. 

[sam]

just noise.

[Rik]

Sums up the forum perfectly. 

[Simon]