| Request a sample from "The Infoshop", another service of Global Information.
|
SUMMARY
Moving from 3G to 4G should simplify making applications available to mobile
users because of the faster data rates. This will make the middleware used to
adapt applications for the slower speed of wireless systems obsolete. The
availability of a complete IP based service with the security of a VPN
(Virtual Private Network) to the mobile end-user will be a major benefit. The
access to the network will be continuous.
The face off between 4G verses Wi-Fi verses WiMAX will be a globally adopted
network of shared applications, resources and standards meeting a minimum
delivery requirement of VoFi, broadband, and multimedia services to all 4G
enabled end-users.
The best in performance will be the solution of choice. If WiMAX can gain a
loyal customer base with revenue projections, the cellular companies will
merger quickly with them.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- The Cellular Generational Roll-out Plan (1G to 4G)
- Wi Fi / WiMAX Developments
- WiFi, VoFi, WLAN and UMA Solutions
- Developing 4G Standards
- Conclusions
Tables and Illustrations
- Table 1: A comparative analysis of 3G to 4G
- Figure 1: The ultimate goal of 4G is to increase data rates along with
mobility.
- Table 2: Wireless Applications Compared (3G+4G, Wi-Fi and WiMAX)
- Figure 2: Intel's vision for WiMAX deployment includes phases for fixed
access, portability with simple mobility, and full mobility.
- Figure 3: Unlicensed Mobile Access (UMA) technology allows dual-mode
handsets, roaming between cellular networks, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth operating in
an unlicensed spectrum.
|
