"Hong Kong Int'l Airport now offering Free Wi-Fi Internet Access throughout entire Airport"

Sunday, December 3, 2006

Hong Kong International Airport now offering Free Wi-Fi Internet Access
throughout entire Airport 
ASIA Travel Tips
  

PCCW and Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) are proving they do listen
to travelers needs by launching free Wi-Fi Internet access throughout the
entire airport.

This move represents the largest wireless broadband coverage available at a
major international airport, with wall-to-wall service accessible throughout
the Hong Kong International Airport passenger terminal building.

All airport users, including passengers, well-wishers and meeters and
greeters, will be able to enjoy free Internet access in every part of the
airport via Wi-Fi-enabled laptops, pocket PCs, mobile phones, gaming
consoles and other handheld devices. According to a recent study, over 50%
of airport users carry a laptop.

PCCW Consumer Group Managing Director Tom Chan said, "Wi-Fi Internet access
has been available at the airport since 2003 - but by extending coverage and
offering service free to users, we are conveying an important message to all
travelers about Hong Kong's determination to be a regional leader in
Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) and innovation."

Throughout December, airport users will also enjoy free access to a stylish
"Wi-Fi Zone" in Arrival Hall A. Designed to offer a comfortable and
convenient environment for wireless Internet use, this area will offer free
use of Wi-Fi notebook computers, as well as workstation facilities for
wireless Internet use.

Airport Authority Hong Kong Commercial Director Hans Bakker said, "December
is a peak traveling season, and an opportune moment to show the world just
how connected you can be in Hong Kong."

 "Over 70% of airport users expressed that they are likely to use the free
wireless Internet connection service here. By providing the latest
technologies, such as Wi-Fi Internet access throughout the airport, we are
extending the enjoyment and convenience aspects of the traveling experience
offered by HKIA," he added.

The PCCW Wi-Fi network provides a convenient and stable environment for
airport users to send and receive email, surf the Internet and even run
high-speed applications. PCCW Wi-Fi supports a full range of notebooks,
PDAs, smartphones and gaming devices to give travelers hassle-free Internet
connectivity while on the move.


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