CBS Denver:
Jeannine Sedlacek has battled with rheumatoid arthritis since she was an infant. Getting around can take a lot of effort, especially her trips to the library just so she can access the internet.
“The only way I can get around is by bus,” she said.
You can imagine how happy she was to hear about a new pilot program launched by Denver Public Library, which offers free, unlimited high-speed internet to patrons through certain Wi-Fi hotspots.
The hotspots can be checked out like a book for up to three weeks.
I love this idea.
The Toronto Public Library rolled this out a while ago. They partnered with Google.org to offer the service. Uptake has apparently been pretty good. I think it’s a fantastic idea.
Excellent.
The St. Paul (Minn.) Public Library has been renting out Wi-Fi hotspots for years. Cool idea, but not a new one.