A wireless LAN (WLAN) controller is used in combination with the Lightweight Access Point Protocol (LWAPP) to manage light-weight access points in large numbers by the network operations center.

The article provides an detailed review of current and developing technologies in wireless broadband. The technologies discussed in the tutorial include WiMAX, Long Term Evolution (LTE), WiFi, GPRS, 3.5G and 4G. The advantages and disadvantages of each of these technologies have been discussed. Further, some of the reputed manufacturers of the wireless broadband equipment, and the broadband service providers such as Verizon, Cable Vision, EarthLink, and O2 Broadband (UK) have been discussed.

These days, wireless communications (including cellurar) is undergoing phenomenal changes, and the recent entry of reliance geo is an example. The website offers up to date news and articles on wireless and satcom. Its an aggregation site with articles and news edited to focus on the current trends, and remove any duplication. The site also provides resource links for those interested in pursuing the topic further.