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Say Goodbye to Muni-Fi
(News) The days of imagining Wi-Fi blanketing a city are over with the exit of the last major municipally focused Wi-Fi service provider.
Spectrum auction unlikely to shift carrier balance
(News) Both Verizon Wireless and AT&T won enough spectrum licenses in the U.S. government's 700MHz auction concluded last month to roll out services a cut above what they offer today, though how fast they are for subscribers will be up to the carriers.
700MHz spectrum winners detail plans
(News) Verizon Wireless, AT&T and Qualcomm -- three of the biggest winners in the U.S. Federal Communications Commission's recently completed 700MHz auction -- have announced plans for the spectrum they've won, with two of the companies focused on expanding their wireless voice and data networks.
Wireless Broadband Test Continues
(News) The White Spaces Coalition disputes reports that a prototype device failed in FCC testing.
Fujitsu launches global WiMax business
(News) Fujitsu entered the WiMax market on Wednesday with the global launch of its BroadOne brand and three base stations.
SF-area subway gets fast Wi-Fi in test
(News) A startup says it can give subway riders wireless Internet access that's faster than most home broadband in the U.S.
Tempe Wi-Fi network on the block
(News) An early municipal Wi-Fi network in Tempe, Arizona, has only 500 subscribers, but it may have a buyer.
Fon's shared Wi-Fi network goes mainstream with BT
(News) BT Group PLC is turning to its own broadband subscribers to help crack a nut that many governments and service providers have struggled with: Widespread Wi-Fi access.

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