Comments on: From bus stop to rum shop: how Barbados plans to achieve 100% Wi-Fi coverage

By: Pedro Osbourne

Pedro Osbourne — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:23:09 +0000

In reply to Dixon Phillips. Thank you Dixon.

By: Dixon Phillips

Dixon Phillips — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 20:00:07 +0000

In response to Pedro Osbourne.

The newer modems and wifi access points actually have a built-in selection to allow the set-up of a guest network which allows you to keep your computer network safe, whilst at the same time offering access to only the internet for guest/public access.
As the article suggested, it may be necessary to upgrade your hardware in the event that your current set-up does not allow such a separate guest network. Opening up your network by removing the security you currently have set-up will indeed open you up to all sorts of mischief as you stated.

By: Pedro Osbourne

Pedro Osbourne — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 16:25:00 +0000

Have the issue of security and privacy of those who unlock their padlocks? If I open up my wireless by removing my secured password, allowing anyone to access the internet via my wireless, would this leave me vulnerable to mischief? How would I go about protecting myself and my network, should I open my wireless to everyone. I am not very technical inclined when it comes to these types of issues, so can someone please explain it to me in plain simple terms?

I do understand the objective here, and believe it is a good idea. I am just concern about our security.

By: mmarius

mmarius — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:54:25 +0000

In reply to Greg Hoyos.

Greg,
I do think the impact of this initiative will be quite far reaching for Barbados, and even for the rest of the region, when the results begin to be more fully realised…

By: mmarius

mmarius — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:51:31 +0000

In reply to Jane Shattuck.

Jane,

This scenario rings true… So many of us these days suffer withdrawal symptoms if we cannot access the Internet for extended periods of time. It can become quite stressful, especially when we are away on business, or when we are supposed to be on vacation. It is fantastic that Barbados is adjusting to meet the times by facilitating readily available and accessible Internet service island-wide. I just wish the rest of us in the region would be do similar or be that proactive…

Michele

By: Jane Shattuck

Jane Shattuck — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 20:03:16 +0000

As a rental agent in Barbados, I know that guests demand wi-fi in their accommodations. Wouldn’t it be great if, when asked whether the accommodations I let have wi-fi, I could say, “Yes, and in fact anywhere you go in Barbados has wi-fi, so check in with your office on the beach if you wish!”

By: Greg Hoyos

Greg Hoyos — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:31:43 +0000

This particular move is a great initiative and will help small entrepreneurs to succeed. Congratulations, Melanie!