Philadelphia plans to install citywide wireless network

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Philadelphia plans to cover 135 square miles with wireless high speed internet, commenting that it will save millions of dollars in operational costs by providing broadband to the city government. They also expect to attract more people to the city. Smaller cities, like Chaska, Minnesota, have already installed similar networks, but this is the first attempt for a major city. Analysts project that it will cost approximately $10 to $15 million dollars to reach every household and business. There are two major problems in the project: Cell phones, microwaves, and other appliances could cause interference to the networks and extraordinary infrastructure upkeep costs. The city plans to sell service to local providers who will divvy up access, but most providers want assurance of the city's upkeep of the network. San Francisco is heading down a similar path, but San Francisco is trying to find a way to offer wireless for free.

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