Did Starbucks force Peet's Coffee to install free WiFi?

I don't know, but when I wrote this post about Peet's back in January of 2007 I was getting pretty frustrated with the lack of free WiFi in Danville and San Ramon, CA. Eventually, I got a Sprint air card.Having Internet access wherever I go is becoming more and more of a necessity.

Starbucks announced free WiFi several months ago which is a savvy business decision as more and more business meetings ar taking place at coffee shops - The Third Place.

Walking into Peet's Coffee today at Crow Canyon Commons in Danville, California - the first thing that caught my eye was this little sign on the front glass. I think Peet's is responding to Starbucks move - no matter, it will be good for business and good for the community.