Securing New York's Shared Internet

In a city where 1.5 million residents lack reliable internet access, community WiFi networks have become essential infrastructure in many neighborhoods. From LinkNYC kiosks to library hotspots to NYCHA community centers, these shared access points are lifelines for education, employment, and connection.

But shared internet also creates security vulnerabilities. How can a community design WiFi systems that are both accessible to those who need them most and protected from potential threats?