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Google to Help KC Libraries Close Digital Divide

Kansas City librarians and other officials are in a unique position to potentially transform the public libraries and schools into even greater digital education hubs in the near future, with a little help from a new Google high speed digital Internet service.

As part of the deal, Google said it would offer free connections to certain government and commercial buildings, including libraries and schools. Google currently has crews installing fiber lines across the cities and the company hopes to launch the service as soon as it can, Google spokeswoman Jenna Wandres said.

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About Michael Liimatta

Michael Liimatta is President/CEO of Connecting for Good and also serves as Chief Academic Officer for City Vision College. He has worked in the nonprofit sector, in higher education and in association management for over 30 years. His blog is www.liimatta.us

15. June 2012 by Michael Liimatta
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