IBM plugs in to Wimax

IBM has joined the Wimax Forum, the industry organisation that behind the upcoming wireless standard.

Heavily promoted by Intel, Wimax is designed to deliver high-speed wireless Internet access over a wide range. Intel promotes the technology as a replacement for DSL and cable broadband on some areas.

IBM has jumped on the bandwagon with the idea of selling consultancy services to operators, assisting in the transition from switched environments to IP-based networks.

"We want to continue to support Wimax as it evolves and becomes more established in the marketplace," said Don Lopes, vice president of IBM's Global Services for the telecoms industry.

Intel unveiled its first combined Wi-Fi and Wimax baseband chipset last year. µ

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