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Who are WISPs?
Simply put, fixed wireless Internet Service providers or WISPs provide access to a single location through radio waves. This eliminates the need for cable or phone lines. Most WISPs will generally have fibre at their core then redistribute it. WISPs then use routers, towers, and dishes to reach customer or business premises. At the customer’s premises, there’s generally a radio or piece of wireless gear to receive the signals. Customers can then access the internet through typical LAN or WiFi-enabled routers. Compared to satellite technologies, WISPs can provide very high-speed access with low latency. There have been numerous advancements in fixed wireless technology over the last decade. Consequently, WISPs can now provide fibre-like internet speeds. We are working on upgrading our network to start delivering speeds from 25-50 Mb in some areas.
Importantly, fixed wireless access is generally a much more cost-effective and proven choice to deliver internet. This distinction is important to under-served or rural communities.