Surf
the internet for free while you smell the roses
in Abu Dhabi
12-11-2008
Abu
Dhabi: Residents can enjoy free wireless
internet connectivity in two public parks on the
corniche within a month, thanks to a new
initiative of Abu Dhabi Municipality, a senior
official told Gulf News on Sunday.
"We are trying to complete the preparations in
co-operation with etisalat to introduce internet
connectivity within one month," said Abdul Aziz
Al Jeraishi, Director of Public Parks and
Recreation Department at Abu Dhabi Municipality.
"Initially, the connectivity will be available
in two public parks on the corniche - Musical
Park and Official Park." The connectivity will
be available round the clock, said the official.
"The entry is free to those two parks, so people
can enjoy free browsing.
"If successful, we will gradually extend the
service to other parks in the capital," said Al
Jeraishi.
The Municipality expects more visitors to those
parks once web connectivity gets operational.
"We will make necessary arrangements like
seating and lights for the visitors," said the
official.
Residents welcomed the initiative. "This is
great, I can hang on park or beach and do
something useful", said Diego Galliker, a Swiss
resident.
"Now I can do some research or related things as
part of my work while relaxing at the park,"
said Gallikar who is an architect.
Abu
Dhabi: Residents can enjoy free wireless
internet connectivity in two public parks on the
corniche within a month, thanks to a new
initiative of Abu Dhabi Municipality, a senior
official told Gulf News on Sunday. 
