London is a massive city – 10 million people and much more sprawling than New York or even San Francisco Bay Area. So perhaps a tiny sliver of it is now a hot zone should not be big news. Still, I think the idea of free Internet access for folks who walk down “The Technology Mile” is a good start for all big cities. It is a perfect example of city governments and commercial interests coming together and still keeping in mind that is all about the end user. I like the fact that Islington Borough Council is using WiFi as a tool for economic regeneration of an urban area. More here
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