Systems and methods for centralized control and management of a broadband wireless network with data processing, and enforcement distributed to the network edge

摘要

Disclosed herein are methods and apparatus for operating and deploying a broadband wireless network including at least one data transmission node and a plurality of CPE units, wherein the data transmission node and the CPE units are connected at least in part using a wireless data link, wherein each of a plurality of the CPE units provide a respective subscriber access to a broadband wireless network in communication with the data transmission node. According to one embodiment, the methods and apparatus can include a network operating center device including a feature allowing the broadband wireless carrier to procure management of the broadband wireless network from a second party that operates the network operating center device.