Akron to get city-wide WiFi network

Bethesda, Maryland -- The city of Akron is planning to deploy a city wireless network, pending final review and approval of a pilot network by the city council.

According to to a press release from MobilePro Corp., whose NeoReach Wireless Division has won the contract to design, deploy and operate a metro-wide wireless network, pending final review and approval of a pilot network by the city council, "The pilot network will encompass a portion of the Ellet and East Akron neighborhoods, including the city of Akron Communications Division, Traffic Engineering and Public Works locations near the Akron Municipal Airport. There are discussions to also include a downtown area within the pilot. The network will eventually grow to cover all 62 square miles of the city in future phases. Wireless Internet access will be available in these areas on a fixed and mobile basis to residents, businesses, students and visitors."