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Capital poised to go Wi-Fi
Council will vote on bid to build citywide network for wireless Internet.
By Clint Swett - Bee Staff Writer
Published 12:00 am PDT Monday, June 18, 2007
After more than a year of fits and starts, Sacramento is on the verge of approving a system that would blanket the city with free and paid wireless Internet coverage for both residents and visitors.
The Sacramento City Council on Thursday is scheduled to vote on authorizing a consortium called Sacramento Metro Connect LLC to build a citywide network that would provide wireless connections in parks, cafes, businesses and homes within the 100-square-mile city boundary.
"If Sacramento can become a city completely hooked-in wirelessly, it's a great selling point that says you are open for business 24/7," said Sacramento City Councilman Rob Fong.
