04/23/10
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Google responds to cities' methods of luring broadband
In response to the actions of certain cities and towns across the United States aimed at attracting its new broadband service, Google issued a statement pleading with towns not to do anything too risky or dangerous in their attempts, according to Information Week.
Google believes that the willingness of towns to take part in dangerous activities demonstrates the need for reliable, high-speed internet access as the U.S. tries to rebuild its economy. In Duluth, Minnesota, mayor Don Ness jumped into a lake on a sub-freezing day, and Sarasota, Florida mayor Richard Clapp swam in a shark tank in hopes of drawing Google's attention. Since Google announced its plans, 600 cities and towns across the country have submitted applications, while nearly 200,000 citizens have sent emails pleading with the company to choose their town.
Google's broadband plan calls for one gigabyte per second speed that it believes will improve the U.S.' standing in terms broadband accessibility and speed throughout the world. The company believes that the U.S. has fallen behind too many nations in the last decade.
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