Free US wireless network a step closer

October 13th, 2008 in Technology / Telecom
A computer at a cafe providing wireless access

This photo shows a failed internet connection on a computer at a cafe providing wireless access, in Hong Kong in 2006. A free nationwide wireless Internet network has moved one step closer to becoming a reality in the United States following a key finding by the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

A free nationwide wireless Internet network has moved one step closer to becoming a reality in the United States following a key finding by the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

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