Making phone lines do double duty
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Digital subscriber line service is superior to modems because it bypasses normal transmissions by using a larger range of frequencies. Regular phone calls cannot use the same type of bandwith as DSL.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2000
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The Web, without wires, wherever: fast mobile access to the Internet finds a home in airport lounges, coffee shops and even gas stations
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Many public places now offer 'hot spots' where users of wireless card-equipped laptop computers can access the Internet via high-speed wireless network services. Most wireless access points are run by companies and there is a monthly fee for using them. Roaming mobile Internet access is the next 'hottest' service that mobile communications companies will be offering.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2001
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Airports press ahead on wireless access; providers failed and travelers shrugged, but companies are still expanding networks
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Airports will continue to develop and negotiate contracts to offer wireless data network services to travelers. Although the US economic downturn has forced the closure of some Internet service providers and the response of travelers has been lukewarm, telecommunications companies continue to plan network expansions. Among the companies offering services to airports are Nokia Internet Communications, MobileStar, Wayport and Concourse Communications.
Publication Name: The New York Times
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0362-4331
Year: 2001
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