But networks like Orlando's have come underattack from citizens who don't want tax dollars funding the projects, as well as from telecommunications providers who say the cities are competing with private enterprise.
There is concern that the security situation could affect the outcome of the vote, especially if Iraqis don't participate because of fears that polling stations may come underattack.
If that weren't enough, the very scope of patents themselves has come under legal attack, with cases being argued in court to determine whether broadening protection or narrowing it hastens or hinders innovation.