4G Technology is coming up in Fall 2010 to Rural Areas

Barrett Xplore Inc. (BXI), under the Xplornet brand, announced that this Fall it is commencing a next-generation 4G network for rural Canadians, starting with terrestrial fixed wireless, and quickly followed by a new satellite network. This is the first commercial deployment of a national 4G network in Canada. For rural Canadians, the deployment of this technology will mean they have better access to faster, affordable broadband with higher bandwidth allowances. And this state of the art technology is coming to rural Canada first.
Bridging the Digital Divide
4G wireless and satellite means a new world of opportunity for rural Canadians. "Barrett Xplore's mission is to bridge the urban/rural broadband divide in Canada," said Barrett Xplore CEO John Maduri today. "4G means the goal of bringing fast, robust, affordable broadband to all Canadians, regardless of location will be achieved in the very near future. The potential impact of rural broadband can't be overstated. From telecommuting, to new business in rural areas, to distance health and education, rural broadband can change the face of Canada."