Singapore free Wi-Fi access
p2pnet.net News:- Every surfer in Singapore with Wi-Fi capability can now get hooked up for free access to selected hotspots islandwide under the government’s Wireless@SG broadband programme
And iCELL Network Pte Ltd, QMax Communications and Singapore Telecommunications, the three Wireless@SG operators, are offering the service until December, 2009, says a statement.
“To enjoy the free Wi-Fi basic-tier access with surfing speeds of up to 512Kbps, users can sign up with any of the three Wireless@SG network operators starting 1 December 2006,” it says.
People wanting faster connections can buy, “different packages to suit different needs” from each operator.
“This offer is open to all residents and visitors in Singapore, and users can sign up with any operator to access all the hotspots in Wireless@SG,” says the statement, going on, “By September 2007, the number of Wi-Fi hotspots in Singapore will increase by more than five-fold from 900 today to about 5,000.
“There are various ways users can register for the free basic services. These include online registration, where users can complete an online registration form at any of the three operators’ websites. A password will then be sent via SMS to subscribers’ mobile phones. If they happen to be at a Wireless@SG hotspot, they can also select the Wireless@SG network and click on the ‘New User Sign Up’ button found on the log-in page. Similarly, a password will then be sent via SMS. Alternatively, those without mobile phones or online access can visit any of the operators’ customer service centres to register and collect their passwords. Users can also check with their operator of choice for other registration methods.”
Wireless@SG will be available from public areas with high human traffic such as the Central Business District, downtown shopping belts such as Orchard Road, and HDB Town Centres.
“Network coverage will be made available progressively from 1 December 2006 and subscribers are encouraged to provide feedback on how to improve the Wireless@SG service via email to their respective operators,” says the government, adding, “Details of network coverage locations can be found on IDA’s website.”
Wireless@SG, “aims to extend broadband access beyond the homes, schools and offices, to public places. IDA called a Wireless Broadband Market Development (WBMD) Call-For-Collaboration in March 2006, to grow Singapore’s wireless broadband market and catalyse broadband adoption. It is part of the Next Generation National Infocomm Infrastructure which when ready by 2012, will also comprise an ultra-high speed wired network.”
Also See:
statement – Free Singapore-wide Wi-Fi Access Extended to Three Years, December 1, 2006
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