Gigabit-speed Internet in San Jose? Facebook pilot brings high hopes, despite delays


In San Jose (pic), more than 12% of the city's population

San Jose and Facebook last year set an ambitious goal: Together, they would bring free gigabit-speed Internet to the city's downtown public. 

More than a year later, that dream is still far from reality. 

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