MuniWireless

A consultant’s report on a proposed pilot project for a muni wireless network that would serve both government and schools in Appleton, Wisc.,  is in and the recommendation is positive. Scott Akrie, president of NetLogix, delivered his report this week on a proposed wireless corridor to Wisconsin’s Interactive Network of the Fox Cities, (Infocis). The corridor would coveran area approximately seven miles long and two to three-blocks wide. The preliminary report said the project was feasible. NetLogix is expected to deliver its final report…

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The Wi-Fi future of ten Colorado suburbs, including Boulder, rests in the hands of willing investors, according to C-Com Affinity Telecom, the company that won the contract to deploy the service.

The company beat six other providers in competition to build a test network that could be the precursor for a regional network that would bring low-cost broadband access to the 10 cities.

This could prove challenging. Private investors have been cautious about muni Wi-Fi projects since EarthLink’s retreat from the market…

Meraki, a wireless mesh equipment maker, has announced a bold plan to create a citywide Wi-Fi cloud in San Francisco that would provide free Internet access. The project relies upon residents setting up solar-powered mesh nodes on their rooftops and repeaters in their homes.

What is Meraki’s “secret” sauce? Here’s what the press release says:

“Meraki’s unique technology creates a wireless network by combining signals from hundreds or thousands of low-power radio repeaters installed on rooftops, balconies and windows, extending WiFi access…

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In addition, Successful.com offers needs assessment and strategic planning services to help you develop a…