Assignment

Question 1.

Describe the evolution of WiMAX. Why is WiMAX technology important for the continuing development of broadband wireless?

Question 2.

Compare WiMAX, Bluetooth, and WiFi. Describe scenarios where each architecture would be the optimal choice for a wireless network.

Question 3.

a. Name and explain the responsibilities of each MAC sub layer.

b. Explain the following MAC layer terms: MSDU, MPDU, and Convergence.

Question 4.Describe the OFDM technique that is responsible for achieving the high data rate in WiMAX.

Question 5.

Explain how the MAC layer achieves the following QoS features in WiMAX: real time data transfer, mobility support, privacy, and power savings.

Question 6.

a. How does WiMax implement QoS?

b. What role do service flow definitions play in implementing QoS?

Question 7.

Describe how the functions provided in WiMAX help to ensure privacy, security, flexible authentication, and fast handover.

Question 8.

Discuss the advanced antenna features used in WiMAX and how they help improve performance.

Question 9.

How are WMANs different from WLANS and WPANS?

Question 10.

Can you identify the various IEEE 802.16 based standards and provide a brief description of one of the standards.