When Tarana released the new G2 generation of radios, one of the claims the company made was that the radios are powerful enough for internet service providers to bring point-to-multipoint broadband to metropolitan areas. The new specifications support the premise. If a wireless ISP were to install a Tarana radio on an existing tall urban tower, it should easily be able to see a lot more than 2,000 homes and businesses. It’s an interesting option that brings a real wireless option for many urban homes. The Federal Communications Commission broadband map shows that I have eight choices of broadband at my house, but most of them are wireless carriers that can’t actually serve me with acceptable broadband. I’ve never understood why WISPs claim coverage across whole cities. When I look at detailed Ookla speed tests, most cities show barely any actual use from the WISPs. There are exceptions, but the current FCC maps are highly exaggerated for cities.
