DSL subscribers expected to contribute to global WiMAX growth
Tuesday, May 13th, 2008 – 6:54 pmJuniper Research forecasts that up to 12 percent of the global DSL installed base will be substituted by IEEE 802.16e-2005 (802.16e) subscribers by 2013. The Far East will lead with over one-fifth of the 47m subscribers in 2013. The region by region analysis found that there is a significant opportunity now for WiMAX as a DSL substitute technology.
The majority of 802.16e trials and network contracts being announced will commence with fixed wireless broadband services. Mobile usage will develop after the initial demand for fixed and portable services, creating an additional benefit for subscribers. As a result of this phased approach to implementation, a migration from existing wired subscribers is expected to accompany the introduction of wireless service.
More on DSL’s contribution to the growth of WiMAX can be found at WiMax.com
