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April 05, 2007

EarthLink Builds Wireless Network for Arlington

By Anuradha Shukla, TMCnet Contributing Editor

EarthLink will build, own and operate Arlington County, Virginia's Wi-Fi broadband network, subject to Arlington County Board approval at its April 28 meeting.



 
EarthLink’s Wi-Fi mesh network will provide a broadband alternative for residents and visitors to the County and will enable County employees to work in the field without having to return to an office and a traditional landline to complete their tasks.
 
Internet access will also be enabled for to-be-determined nonprofit partners of Arlington County. The company will also create wireless hotspots at a number of Arlington parks, community centers and libraries decorating the approximately 26 square-mile Arlington County.
 
"Arlington County officials recognized the potential of wireless technology when it began deploying hot spots in-and-around government buildings in late 2004, and this agreement with EarthLink fulfills their Wi-Fi vision by delivering a countywide network for all residents and businesses to use and enjoy," said Donald Berryman, executive vice president of EarthLink and president of the ISP's municipal networks unit in a press release.
 
Berrman points out that their Wi-Fi networks deliver an affordable and portable broadband Internet connection at anytime, or in any place. For businesses EarthLink will offer a mobile and cost effective wireless T-1 solution.
 
“Our network will also provide government employees with portability that will improve their productivity enabling them to remain in the field longer and operate out-of-office more efficiently,” he added.
 
Jack Belcher, Arlington County's chief information officer believes this service will create an amenity that will continue to distinguish Arlington as a truly world class community."
 
 
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Anuradha Shukla is a contributing writer for TMCnet covering call centers, CRM and information technology.


 







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