Broadband Powerline Communications News
January 2004

By John Yacono, CRN — 4:07 PM EST Fri., Jan. 30, 2004

In my last column I discussed the strengths and limitations of using electrical power lines as network backbones. But the big question is: Does powerline networking gear actually work?

MEVERGREEN,Colo. - Hometown Connections and MainNet Powerline Communications Inc. today announced a strategic partnership that will help members of the American Public Power Association (APPA) deliver high-speed broadband Internet services over electric power lines. APPA members will be able to purchase equipment, software and services from MainNet at national group pricing arranged by Hometown Connections.