More bandwidth! I want more bandwidth! If I yell, can I get it? No? How about if I ask nicely?
Lots of us have yelled AND asked nicely. And in a year or so, we might just be able to get it. At least, another way of getting it. The FCC is prepared to vote on the provisions associated with making so-called “white space” between broadcast channels available for use with super Wi-Fi, service that will be faster have more range, and be more robust than current Wi-Fi. “Super” Wi-Fi should penetrate walls, as well, making the provision of this new Wi-Fi a huge player in the current broadband market.
It has taken two years for the FCC to complete the appropriate surveys of white space, and come to terms with broadcasters and wireless microphone manufacturers about how the space will be used and by whom. With the new provisions approved, development can finally occur. By 2011 CES, proof of concept devices should be on display, with actual primary devices becoming available within a year.
I, personally, can’t wait. A wireless signal that can go two or three miles, and offer speeds of 10 to 20 mbps to the home or business? No more worries about having to have fiber, cable, or copper installed?
Maybe I can seriously consider building that house on top of a mountain in the middle of nowhere after all…