WiMax transmitters added to BT broadband exchanges could give more coverage in remote areas, to help widen the availability of broadband.
The Guardia stated that WiMax masts can give wireless broadband speeds of between 4mb and 6mb over a distance of about 5miles. Many PCs are said to soon be fitted with the tech embedded in their chipsets in the near future.
The Guardian seemingly critisise the UK government, stating that it has not worked hard enough to backup the Digital Britain report it published this year.
The digital britain report aims to have a minimum of a 2mb internet connection available across Britain by the year 2012, however many industry experts have questioned the governments ability to back the plan, especially in more rural areas of the country.
Mobile broadband may also form a part of the digital Britain plan, however it is not yet known to what extent.
The increase availability of broadband has meant that consumers are able to compare broadband providers before chosing who to use for their connection.
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