Friday, October 20, 2006
Riverside (CA) to adopt free wireless for residents
In a story this morning, the Los Angeles Times notes that Riverside (CA) has inked a deal with AT&T to provide free wireless access to city residents. The story gives a bit of detail: "Riverside is the latest city — others include Philadelphia and Anaheim — to embrace a nationwide trend of creating citywide wireless internet access for residents and businesses. Many cities charge users monthly fees to go online, with free access only in isolated hotspots, but Riverside residents will be offered unlimited broadband Internet access at no cost."
The deal will start with a 2-square mile test area, and by 2008 there should be a network covering 55 square miles. This will cost AT&T $8.8 million dollars.
The deal will start with a 2-square mile test area, and by 2008 there should be a network covering 55 square miles. This will cost AT&T $8.8 million dollars.
// posted by Michael Alvarez @ 8:29 PM 
