Daily Archives: June 9, 2005

Congressman Proposes National Muni-Wi-Fi Ban

On May 25, 2005, U.S. Representative Pete Sessions (R-Texas) proposed HR 2726, called the “Preserving Innovation in Telecom Act of 2005.” This bill would “prohibit municipal governments from offering telecommunications, information, or cable services except to remedy market failures by private enterprise to provide such services.” Via [wi-fiplanet.com]Continue Reading

Wireless Networks On Verge Of Makeover

The technology behind wireless data networks in homes and businesses is on the verge of a makeover that promises to fix long-standing complaints of spotty coverage, flaky connections and inconsistent speeds. Via [businessweek.com]Continue Reading