With city-wide WiFi networks popping up all over the US, it's no surprise that some cities are experiencing growing pains. One city was abandoned by its operator, technical problems plague another, and governmental red tape is slowing down wireless access in several others. Fans of the delays say waiting gives cities a chance for updated technology to arrive, thus avoiding installing 802.11a, b, or g systems when newer systems, such as WiMax, MIMO and 802.11n, may be on their way.
Via [techworld.com]
Citywide Wi-Fi Struggles For Acceptance
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