Wi-Fi

As the desire for wireless internet increases, some public parks are finding that Wi-Fi networks are becoming a new and important amenity.

A six month trial will bring Wi-Fi Internet access into test locations within the London tube system, part of an effort by the city to bring Internet access to the entire system in time for the 2012 Summer Olympics.

London Mayor Boris Johnson wants his entire city wired with wi-fi networks -- even the tube.

This article from Government Technology looks at the idea of municipal Wi-Fi Internet access and why it has struggled to take off.

San Antonio is wrapping up a month-long experiment that has offered free Wi-Fi internet access on some of its buses.

Plans to install free Wi-Fi internet in New York City parks has fallen through. Unable to find corporate sponsors, the private contractor leading the project has been forced to remove all equipment. But the idea may not be completely dead.

BART, the region's rail transit agency, is negotiating with a private company to install a wireless network that would allow riders to check email and access the Internet.

Some transit agencies are hoping to woo riders by providing internet access on bus and rail vehicles, allowing commuters to check email and surf the web on the way to work.