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Wireless
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Coffee shops, airports, and even entire cities abound with wireless Internet access. In this episode, find out what you need to know about wireless networks.
Guests
James Farstad
James Farstad
Jim is the founder and president of rClient, a technology consulting firm. He has more than 24 years of experience in strategic planning and management of complex technology initiatives. He currently serves as the program manager for the Wireless Minneapolis broadband initiative.
Kurt Lange
Kurt Lange
Kurt is co-owner of USI Wireless, the company that manages the wireless network for Minneapolis.
Catherine Settani
Catherine Settani
Catherine is founder and executive director of both Digital Access and the Community Technology Empowerment Project, two projects that help bridge the digital divide through support of community-based technology initiatives. She chaired the City of Minneapolis "Digital Inclusion Task Force" in conjunction with the Wireless Minneapolis initiative, and managed the City’s first community and neighborhood portal.
Links
DigitalAccess.org is a volunteer organization that supports the sharing of information technology resources within communities that have limited access to technology tools and training. Their Web site includes:
- Digital Inclusion Task Force Report
- Final Wireless Minneapolis Community Benefits Agreement (www.digitalaccess.org/daecResources.htm)
Community Technology Empowerment Project (CTEP) is an AmeriCorps project that helps low-income youth and adults use technology to better access social, civic, educational, and economic opportunities. The site includes these helpful resources:
- Computer Technology Center Finder can help locate a center in your neighborhood
- Links to Useful Resources offers access to reports, education and training opportunities, and community technology center resources
Wireless Minneapolis—Read about the history of the Wireless Minneapolis initiative, how the project benefits the community, and a list of frequently asked questions.
The USI Wireless Web site includes pricing for wireless services in Minneapolis, an online order form, and technical support contact information.
Digital Inclusion
The idea that everyone should have access to and the skills for using computers and the Internet.
Encryption
Secures the transmission of information over a wireless network