Wi-Fi Cash Cow?

It was bound to happen sooner or later. Who wouldn't want to make some extra cash by turning their home into an internet cafe? British Telecom has joined forces with a Google-backed Spanish technology company and is trying to sell millions of their customers on the concept of creating home Wi-Fi hubs, thereby creating greater coverage for the company's customer base. Cellular customers will benefit with less expensive calls, while the customers with home Wi-Fi who share it with the public will receive undisclosed benefits from the company — at least free service. Would you open your home and share your Wi-Fi connection for a price?

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