From the Albuquerque Journal:

ABQ Wants To Participate in Google Project

Experiment involves new ultra-high speed network expected to deliver Internet speeds at more than 100 times faster than what most subscribers have now

Albuquerque is applying to participate in a large Google experiment that could bring a new ultra-high speed Internet connection to town, officials said Friday.

The city is responding to a request for information recently announced by Google.

"Albuquerque is quickly becoming an emerging leader in telecommunications and high tech industries," Mayor Richard J. Berry said in a written statement. "Albuquerque's location, demographics, and expanding economy in advanced technology and clean manufacturing make us an ideal candidate for this exciting project."

The Google project involves a new ultra-high speed network that is expected to deliver Internet speeds more than 100 times faster than what most subscribers have now…

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