Intel made its PRO/Wireless 5116 processor available today, marking the release of the first chip based on the 802.16 WiMAX standard. WiMAX, which stands for worldwide interoperability for microwave access, will first be used to reach areas without DSL or cable modem infrastructure to expand the reach of the Internet, the company said. Intel’s latest processor may give wireless broadband the push it needs to become commonplace, according to one industry analyst.
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Intel Releases First WiMAX Chip
Posted by: Susan B. Shor April 18, 2005 01:30 PMIntel made its PRO/Wireless 5116 processor available today, marking the release of the first chip based on the 802.16 WiMAX standard. WiMAX, which stands for worldwide interoperability for microwave access, will first be used to reach areas without DSL or cable modem infrastructure to expand the reach of the Internet, the company said. Intel’s latest processor may give wireless broadband the push it needs to become commonplace, according to one industry analyst.