Silicon Valley to Go WirelessUniversal broadband wireless Internet access comes to region's residents, employees, and visitors through Silicon Valley Metro Connect. |
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Bringing Universal Wireless to California's Technology Center"The Silicon Valley is becoming the epicenter for innovation in wireless technologies."
Silicon Valley Metro Connect has been selected to build and operate a regional wireless network that will serve: This content requires the latest version of Adobe Flash Player. Scripting must be enabled to view the video. Alan S. Cohen, senior director of mobility solutions, discusses Cisco's participation. (1:18 min.) Get Updates on
Based on the latest Cisco Systems mesh wireless infrastructure technology, the network project will include a dynamic technology upgrade program to ensure long-term network vitality and scalability. The open wireless network will offer universal broadband wireless Internet access with:
Learn About Wireless Mesh NetworkingThe Cisco Wireless Mesh Network solution enables cost effective, scalable deployment of secure outdoor wireless LANs, providing government agencies and individuals with access to fixed and mobile applications to enhance public safety, efficiency, productivity, and responsiveness. What Is Silicon Valley Metro Connect?Silicon Valley Metro Connect, a collaboration among Azulstar Networks, Cisco Systems, IBM, and Seakay, was chosen to build the network based on their expertise in technology, system integration, customer service and service delivery, economic development, local portals and Websites, city applications, and digital inclusion. |
What the Press Has to Say"This is really a consortium and partnership between business and community and local authorities who are driving to keep Silicon Valley at the edge." — San Jose Mercury News "The project is the largest of a new breed of wireless networks being built across the country." "Dozens of other communities across the United States, including San Francisco, also are planning similar public wireless networks, but the Silicon Valley project would be one of the largest in scope." — Associated Press, Los Angeles Times Cisco News Resources2.4 Million Silicon Valley Residents to Go WirelessSilicon Valley Metro Connect selected to build and operate regional network. Mesh Comes of AgeMunicipalities are adopting Cisco mesh networks as they discover new uses for wireless. Case StudiesOther metro areas are building regional wireless networks with Cisco technology.
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