blue z asked:
I understand that the range of wimax is much greater than standard wireless, but are wimax networks actually available (I live in Chicago), or do I have to create my own network. Is it something that people will deliver in the future, or are they available now?
WiMAX Technology
WiMAX is the next-generation of wireless technology designed to enable pervasive, high-speed mobile Internet access to the widest array of devices including notebook PCs, handsets, smartphones, and consumer electronics such as gaming devices, cameras, camcorders, music players, and more. As the fourth generation (4G) of wireless technology, WiMAX delivers low-cost, open networks and is the first all IP mobile Internet solution enabling efficient and scalable networks for data, video, and voice. As a major driver in the support and development of WiMAX, Intel has designed embedded WiMAX solutions for a variety of mobile devices supporting the future of high-speed broadband on-the-go.
No you will not get internet everywhere. It appears it will be cell phone based and even at that your cell phone will have to be WIMAX capable, as well as your cell provider.
I live in Detroit, about 250 Miles from you.