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Springer Broadband Fixed Wireless Access A System Perspective by Marc Engels , Frederik Petre
This introductory volume provides a systematic overview of WiMAX technology, demystifing the technology and providing technical advice on various system trade-offs. Much of the material is based on the practical experiences of the authors in building new systems. Coverage includes the IEEE 802.16 standard, a tutorial on implementation and tips on controlling cost of WiMAX network ownership. This is a must read book for professionals involved in broadband fixed wireless access._x000D_ _x000D_The Need for BFWA.- A Plethora of BFWA Standards.- Unraveling the BFWA Propagation Environment.- Guaranteeing Quality-of-Service.- Different PHYs Serve Different Needs.- How to Realise a Superior Modem?.- Adding a Dimension with Multiple Antennas.- Reducing the Total Cost of Ownership.- Looking Backward and Forward._x000D_