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Computers welcome at Southwest Airlines and Tampa International Airport

Computer cartels at Tampa International Airport Southwest terminalTampa International Airport has been computer friendly for years, offering free wireless internet access.

Southwest Airlines improved on the balancing act of using your laptop with their "computer bars" where you could recharge and share a narrow flat surface.

What a pleasant surprise when we arrived at the Southwest Terminal at Tampa International Airlines to find both in the general lobby and at our gate these computer stations with 2 plugs for charging and space to spread out with paperwork, beverage, etc.

It's been a very pleasant wait at the gate with these comfortable computer stations. Thank you Southwest and TIA!

Tami and I are en route to Phoenix to Bloodhound Unchained to learn more about search engine optimization, social networking and improving our blogs and websites.

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