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WiMAX, which stands for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access, is a technology that provides wireless communication with high-speed data transfer. It is a standard based on the IEEE 802.16 family of standards and is designed to offer metropolitan area network (MAN) and wireless broadband access (BWA).

WiMAX comes in two main flavors: fixed WiMAX and mobile WiMAX. The latter, often referred to as "4G WiMAX," is designed to provide broadband wireless access with mobility. It was positioned as a competitor to other 4G technologies such as LTE (Long-Term Evolution).

Here are some key points about 4G WiMAX:

  1. High-Speed Data Transfer: 4G WiMAX was designed to provide high data transfer rates, making it suitable for applications like internet access, VoIP, and multimedia streaming.
  2. Wireless Broadband Access: One of the primary use cases for 4G WiMAX was to offer wireless broadband access in metropolitan areas, giving users an alternative to traditional wired broadband services.
  3. IEEE 802.16e Standard: The mobile version of WiMAX is based on the IEEE 802.16e standard, which enables mobility and is intended for wireless communication on the go.
  4. Competing with LTE: While WiMAX initially competed with LTE (Long-Term Evolution) as a 4G technology, LTE eventually gained more widespread adoption globally. LTE has become the dominant standard for 4G, and subsequent generations of mobile networks, such as 5G, have largely surpassed both WiMAX and early LTE in terms of speed and capabilities.

4G WiMAX had seen a decline in adoption, with many operators transitioning to LTE and later 5G technologies. Therefore, it's advisable to check the latest developments in the telecommunications industry for the most current information.