This decade's development of broadband infrastructure is changing the our cities and how one can operate within it. I found myself checking my e-mails and Facebook all while eating noodles at a restaurant for breakfast this morning all under their cozy wi-fi umbrella. I was reminded of how well connected we are when the topic of who was starring as The Mighty Thor in the upcoming Marvel Studios film came up and within 10 seconds, the answer was found.
Instant gratification! This isn't even mentioning the 3G networks available - I've already started taking this information resource for granted!
bzzt bleep bloop: Diagram of the City of Milwaukee's WiFi Network
"The internet has become part of our nation’s mass transit system: It is a vehicle many people can use, all at once, to get to work, medical appointments, schools, libraries and elsewhere."
With telecommuting an option, benefits include less impact to the environment and the enhancement of live/work situations, among several found outlined in Ottawa's 20/20 Broadband Plan. With constant innovative advancements and mobile web capabilities, this resource has changed the way we live and is destined to become more accessible with municipalities developing this infrastructure further.
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