Philly Wi-Fi network gets stay of execution

Iria · Jun 18, 2008, 04:22 AM

Local investors have rescued Philadelphia's citywide Wi-Fi network.

Former Verizon executive Mark Rupp is part of an effort to complete and improve the $17 million project that was built but abandoned last week by EarthLink, according to a report Tuesday in the Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter said during a news conference Tuesday that no public funds would be used to complete or operate the project, although no further financial details were released.
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Jun 18, 2008, 04:22 AM	#1
Iria DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 7,275 Rep Power: 89	Philly Wi-Fi network gets stay of execution Local investors have rescued Philadelphia's citywide Wi-Fi network. Former Verizon executive Mark Rupp is part of an effort to complete and improve the $17 million project that was built but abandoned last week by EarthLink, according to a report Tuesday in the Philadelphia Inquirer. Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter said during a news conference Tuesday that no public funds would be used to complete or operate the project, although no further financial details were released. _____________ Source: News.com