What is the difference between Wi-Fi and WiMAX communications?

Wi-Fi is a short-range wireless communication technology primarily used for local area networks (LANs), allowing devices to connect to the internet within a limited range, typically up to a few hundred feet. In contrast, WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) is designed for longer-range broadband wireless communication, capable of covering several miles and providing internet access to larger areas, making it suitable for wide-area networks (WANs). While Wi-Fi operates primarily in the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands, WiMAX operates in various frequency bands and can support higher data rates and more users over greater distances.