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SmartTown is helping to close the digital divide with Francisco Moreno of Calix

19 min • 6 augusti 2025

In today's episode, we sit down with Francisco Moreno, Product Line Leader for SmartLife Managed Services at Calix, to talk about SmartTown community Wi-Fi. Francisco explains how robust fiber networks enable reliable coverage even in rural areas, serving local residents, first responders, hikers, and more. We discuss how SmartTown leverages Passpoint® to seamlessly deliver secure connections, and we learn how regional providers have also benefited from the initiative. Listen to this episode to learn about how SmartTown brings new life to areas that were historically underserved.

SmartTown is helping to close the digital divide with Francisco Moreno of Calix

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SmartTown is helping to close the digital divide with Francisco Moreno of Calix

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