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Green Bank Introduces Wi-Fi While Preserving Quiet Zone

12/5/2025

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Green Bank, West Virginia, has introduced Wi-Fi in the Quiet Zone, home to the U.S. National Science Foundation Green Bank Observatory (NSF GBO).
The Quiet Zone restricts cell towers and antenna heights to balance scientific operations with modern technology.
The observatory houses the world’s largest steerable radio telescope.
Green Bank Elementary and Middle School can use Wi-Fi, while visitors must disable wireless signals upon arrival.

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Green Bank, West Virginia, has introduced Wi-Fi in the Quiet Zone, home to the U.S. National Science Foundation Green Bank Observatory (NSF GBO).
The Quiet Zone restricts cell towers and antenna heights to balance scientific operations with modern technology.
The observatory houses the world’s largest steerable radio telescope.
Green Bank Elementary and Middle School can use Wi-Fi, while visitors must disable wireless signals upon arrival.