Daily Archives: December 29, 2004

Ofcom Opens Up More Wireless Broadband

Rural communities will be offered increased choice of wireless broadband options following a government decision to open up more of the spectrum. Via [vnunet.com]

Hot Item For Spotting Wi-Fi Networks

Canary Wireless LLC, a Chicago start-up, has launched the first hand-held device that not only detects Wi-Fi hot spots and measures how strong their signals are, but can tell whether they are open for subscribers or available for a free ride to check e-mail. Via [suntimes.com]

Guest Internet Access Just Got A Lot Easier

Open sesame. The magical command Ali Baba used to open the door of a robbers’ den has taken on a new meaning at a Canadian law firm. Via [theglobeandmail.com]

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