Q. Consider the following statements regarding WiMAX:
1.It is a wireless communication standard designed primarily for Personal Area Networks (PANs) with a range of only a few meters.
2.It has the capability to penetrate obstacles like walls, though signal strength is influenced by distance and terrain.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: WiMAX is designed for Wireless Metropolitan Area Networks (WMANs), providing long-range broadband over several kilometers, not PANs.
- Statement 2 is correct: It utilizes microwave frequencies that can bypass physical obstructions, but terrain and distance cause signal degradation.
