GOWEX bringing free WiFi to French rail stations, starting with Marseille

GOWEX bringing free WiFi to French rail stations

We take free WiFi at our transportation hubs for granted here in the US. (Heck, we’ve even got it deep in the bowels of NYC.) In other countries, it’s not a given that you’ll have high-speed broadband at your disposal while waiting for a train or plane. France is working on it though, with GOWEX signing a deal with the National Society of French Rail (SNCF) to bring wireless internet to rail stations across the nation. The first part of the puzzle will be the bustling Marseille St. Charles in the south of France. At some point in 2013 (though, the company refused to specify when) the switch will be flipped and tourists in and around the Marseille station will be able to enjoy 512Kbps internet for free. For a few more details check out the PR after the break.

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