neo1980 Posted September 26, 2002 Share Posted September 26, 2002 The software giant is announcing hardware discounts and additional services for MSN 8 broadband subscribers who are buying the company's networking products. As part of its promotion of MSN broadband, Microsoft plans to offer a discount by about 20 percent on its MN-500 Wireless Base Station. The product offers 802.11b wireless networking, or Wi-Fi, which connects computers to the Internet or local network without wires at speeds up to 11mbps at a maximum range of 300 feet. The discount means consumers would pay around $120, instead of $150, for the MN-500 In an unusual move, Microsoft also will provide home networking technical support to MSN 8 subscribers as part of their normal monthly fee. Typically ISPs (Internet service providers) only offer support for one PC connected directly to the broadband service, which can dissuade consumers from networking computers together to share Internet access. So far, Microsoft is partnering with Qwest Communications International and Verizon Communications for its broadband service, which sells for around $40 or $50, depending on the speed of the connection. Microsoft estimates it will have broadband available to 90 percent of customers in 70 markets when MSN 8 launches. The upgrade is expected to come as early as next month. http://www.businessweek.com/technology/cne...ries/959570.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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