MetroFi Brings Fast, Free Wireless Internet to Foster City, CA.Residents and Visitors Now Have Access to a High-Speed Wi-Fi Connection FOSTER CITY, Calif. -- MetroFi, a leading provider of free wireless Internet services, municipal services This article or section deals primarily with the United Kingdom and does not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. and Internet advertising Delivering ads to Internet users via Web sites, e-mail, ad-supported software and Internet-enabled cellphones. Also called an "ad network," Internet advertising organizations act as a middleman between the advertiser and the Web sites and software publishers that display the ads. , today launched a citywide Wi-Fi network See wireless Ethernet and 802.11. that will provide free wireless Internet access See how to access the Internet. and substantially improved public services Public services is a term usually used to mean services provided by government to its citizens, either directly (through the public sector) or by financing private provision of services. to Foster City residents and visitors. Foster City becomes the sixth Bay Area city to launch MetroFi's free wireless service network. The new service demonstrates a commitment to stay at the top of the technology curve by providing citywide, affordable Internet access for its residents. The MetroFi Foster City system is built at no cost to the city and expects to provide significant savings in productivity, communications cost and wireless Internet service fees by using the network. "We are thrilled to see MetroFi deploy a wireless Internet network throughout the city, and are happy our residents and visitors will now have free access to the Internet," said Foster City Mayor Linda Koelling. "The City works hard to maintain a business and technological edge, and offering free Wi-Fi will be a critical component." Foster City's service from MetroFi will be available in 95 percent of all outdoor and indoor locations, providing a free broadband alternative to the community. The service, which can be accessed with any device that supports a wireless connection, delivers wireless access to 1Mbps at no cost for residents and visitors. Foster City's public workers, field personnel and fire safety personnel, will also tap the wireless network services to facilitate more responsive data communications data communications, application of telecommunications technology to the problem of transmitting data, especially to, from, or between computers. In popular usage, it is said that data communications make it possible for one computer to "talk" with another. . "Wi-Fi broadband has gained acceptance in many homes and businesses as a portable broadband experience. Providing this network to Foster City expands upon the ever-growing desire to stay connected to the information and social channels that make up our lives," said Chuck Haas, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. and co-founder of MetroFi. "Our free network is now available to you wherever you go. You can use MetroFi broadband at your home, outdoors and in your community." MetroFi's free Internet access services will be supported by advertising from local and national advertisers. Customers accessing the network will see online advertising as part of their user experience. Customers who want an Internet access experience without ads can connect to the MetroFi network premium service for approximately $20 per month. Foster City-area businesses can leverage the local and regional nature of the network by providing links to their websites, coupons and announcements for users who are connected in close proximity to their establishment. About MetroFi Headquartered in Mountain View, Calif., MetroFi is a leading provider of community Internet services including free wireless Internet, local Internet advertising and Internet services to municipal businesses. MetroFi has secured agreements with 12 cities across the US including Portland, Ore., San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif, and Aurora Aurora, cities, United States Aurora (ərôr`ə, ô–). 1 City (1990 pop. 222,103), Adams and Arapahoe counties, N central Colo., a growing suburb on the east side of Denver; inc. 1903. , Ill. to design, build and operate free municipal Wi-Fi See Muni Wi-Fi. networks for residents, visitors and city workers that are advertising supported from local and national advertisers. For cities interested in establishing a MetroFi Wi-fi network in their market, or advertisers who are interested in reaching local audiences, visit www.metrofi.com. |
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