The city of Alexandria, Virginia is now providing free wireless Internet access to anyone in the downtown historic area. The one-year pilot program provides outdoor wireless service in an eight-block zone stretching from Washington Street to the Potomac River along King Street. According to the city, the network is NOT secure, so they are encouraging users not to do anything that relies on personal information. The city is hoping to attract private companies to install outdoor WiFi systems that would be free to the public, but a Verizon spokesman said there are "better alternatives" (that would certainly put money in their pocket, no doubt).
(Thanks Shellie!)
