Wi-fi for NYC
by Mike, posted on July 30, 2010
Ahh, the Big Apple. New York City. It’s like its own little world unto itself, and now it’s becoming even more advanced. That’s because wi-fi will be coming to the subway system. Yes, you read correctly. The subway system. It makes sense, since New York’s commuters spend a considerable amount of time there.
Transit Wireless LLC will be the company to bring access to platforms and mezzanines, as well as part of tunnels at a cost of an astounding $200 million. Construction won’t cause delays for subway riders, because the work will be limited to the stations’ platforms. Sorry, no access while you’re actually in the subway…yet. It’s only a matter of time.
How is The Metropolitan Transportation Authority going to recoup the costs? It may come in the form of rate hikes, which may upset those who don’t plan to use the wi-fi system.
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