BSNL launches WiMAX

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BSNL WiMAX
BSNL commercially launched the country's first mobile broadband fourth generation (4G) Internet access network Mobile WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) in Kerala. Minister K V Thomas, launched the facility at a function in Kochi on 27th of February 2010. 

WiMAX technology, can provide a speed of up to 37 mbps. It covers the entire state.

In the first phase,  all major cities, district headquarters and important towns will be covered at a cost of about Rs 100 crore. In the second phase, all the remaining towns will be covered. 

The technology will provide access to broadband at a cost performance that is far better than any other technology. It provides features like high speed broad band connectivity anywhere, anytime for devices like Desktop, Laptop on wireless. 

It has two tariff plans - Home Plan with a fixed monthly charge of Rs 999 while the Business plan is Rs 1,999 for a band width 512 to 2 mbps.
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sreeragravindran: ...
how to get this connection? i am from kannur district kerala , how to activate this facility
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Mahroof Thamarassery: ...
You need to get a connection from BSNL. It is a mini USB device which you need to plug into your computer. Exact price about the device is not known.

There are two plans as per the existing informations. One at Rs. 999/- per month for unlimited usage (home plan) and another at Rs. 1999/- per month (business plan) for unlimited usage.

Make sure your area is WiMAX covered before you make the payment. Not all BSNL towers are WiMAX enabled. If you are near Kannur Medical College, proceed straight forward. BSNL is working to bring KMC under WiMAX coverage and will be completed within a week!! smilies/tongue.gif
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