Vonage to Resell Earthlink Wi-Fi Service

Vonage has struck an agreement with EarthLink, which would allow it to resell the company's wireless Internet service in cities where the ISP controls the Wi-Fi network. Broadband service would then be sold under the Vonage name, the company said Monday.

Internet service would be bundled with Vonage's traditional business, VoIP. No launch date has been set for the new service, or what price it would sell at. However, it indicates a willingness by the company to expand its business outward to continue growth.

Devices compatible with the municipal Wi-Fi networks would eventually be made available. The company already has been offering a cell-phone like device for over a year, however these phones are apparently not compatible with the municipal network.

Other devices, such a wireless modem and various software applications are planned for later this year, the company said in a statement.

"Giving Vonage customers greater access to affordable, high-speed Internet access makes great sense, and is another way we are working to improve the Vonage customer experience," said Mike Snyder, CEO of Vonage.