Free Wireless Boosts Business - Upd. October 5, 2004

There are many places in the Gorge where free high-speed wireless Internet access is available, making them popular spots for the business person on the go.

Would your business benefit from offering free wireless access to your customers? It relatively simple and generally costs very little extra if you already have a broadband Internet connection, such as DSL (Digital Subscriber Line).

A brief survey of area business owners that offer free wireless say that it's been beneficial. Customers seek out wireless 'hot spots' and they generally linger longer and spend more if they're using it.

To get in-depth information on setting up a wireless hot spot at your business, contact your local Internet Service Provider (ISP). There is an extensive list of local ISPs at http://www.gorgetel.org/services.html.

A partial list of wireless hot spots in the gorge can be found at the Gorge Teleconsortium Website.

Home

Home

Back to Archive Directory