Wi-Fi is a wireless technology that allows devices to connect to a network without having to cable them together. Although this technology can be used for an office network, VoIP, gaming, and even digital photo transfer, most often when people think of Wi-Fi, they want to be able to wirelessly connect to the Internet.

To make this happen, you typically would have a wired broadband solution such as DSL at a location. You would then connect a unit that would take the Internet connection and broadcast the wireless signal to enabled devices. This wireless signal basically would have the same range as a wireless home phone - approximately 100 feet indoors to as much as 300 feet with no obstructions or outdoors.

There are options available to relay this signal to additional wireless unit for installations that require a larger area than is covered by a single unit.

Because this signal typically is strong enough to reach neighbors, it is also important to protect your wireless signal using password protection. This way, you are able to prevent unauthorized connectivity to your network. Additionally, it is important to firewall the wireless signal from your main network in order to prevent hackers from accessing potentially sensitive data on your network.

Green Bay Net's staff has been configuring and installing Wi-Fi technology for several years, and we can help with installations from a single unit home installation to a neighborhood wide installation such as the On Broadway free public Wi-Fi project in Downtown Green Bay.

COOL: We're on the front page of the City of Green Bay site! It's awesome to be in a community that really values teamwork and hard work! Go Green Bay (Net)!

Today the Broadway District officially launched it's free Wi-Fi network provided by Green Bay Net. The wireless network spans the Broadway District from Titletown Brewing Company down to The "World Famous" Sardine Can. This free Wi-Fi network is designed for consumers and business people who visit the district and require internet access.

When designing this network, Green Bay Net's primary goal was to provide a simple experience for Wi-Fi users with a focus on the ability to use the network indoors - not just outdoor coverage. Despite
the varying architectural obstacles such as tin walls and ceilings and solid brick buildings Green Bay Net was able to create a mesh Wi-Fi network with quality indoor coverage.

Special Thanks to the businesses of the Broadway District for all their cooperation and support of the Wi-Fi project.

Updated News Coverage of Wi-Fi Event!
• WLUK "Free Wi-Fi Extended in Downtown Green Bay"
• WBAY "Green Bay's Broadway Goes Wireless"
• PRESS GAZETTE "Broadway District businesses go Wi-Fi"
• new WLUK WEB WATCH: Wi-Fi Expands
• new The City of Green Bay promoting Wi-Fi on Broadway!