What is a WISP and who benefits from it?

A Wireless Internet Service Provider connects subscribers via wireless access points/hotspots — mainly serving rural areas without wired ISP coverage.

WISP = Wireless Internet Service Provider

An ISP that connects subscribers to designated access points or hotspots using wireless technology.

Primary benefit: Rural environments without traditional ISP coverage

Wireless broadband uses cellular technology (same as smartphones) with an antenna installed outside the home.

Go deeper:

• Wireless Internet service provider (Wikipedia) — defines WISP and its large market share in rural areas lacking cable/DSL.