PC costs slow Philippines' broadband Internet growth

19.07.2006

Compared to fixed line, Isberto explained that in wireless broadband, 'radius is used in substitute of the cable'. The technology, however, is not without technical hurdles, particularly line-of-sight and network coverage.

Nonetheless, Isberto said wireless broadband is ideal for remote areas not served by fixed line networks because there not much buildings to block line-of-sight.