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Microsoft is sponsoring a chunk of free Wi-Fi in New York and San Francisco to drum up interest in Windows 8.
Free Wi-Fi can be had at six different Manhattan subway stops starting now and at more than 200 hotzones across the city starting November 1. The subway locations are supported by Transit Wireless, which provides Wi-Fi service for travelers riding the rails underground.
Residents of San Francisco can dip into their share of free Wi-Fi at hotzones in such locations as Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, UN Plaza, the Financial District, and Nob Hill. The hotzones in New York City and San Francisco all come courtesy of Boingo Wireless.
The free service in both cities will be available until the end of the year.
With Windows 8 officially launching October 25, Microsoft wants to convince both developers and consumers to dive into the new OS.
The free Wi-Fi is part of a Windows 8 promotion designed to highlight the Windows Store for app developers. Microsoft also wants consumers to get accustomed to the Windows Store by browsing apps and trying out staff recommendations.
"At Microsoft, we know that amazing apps are being built in New York and San Francisco, and we want to give talented developers the chance to launch their businesses through the Windows Store... [Read more]
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