Re: [IRCA] OT DSL vs Cable

[Guy Atkins <dx@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>
> That was exactly my idea too, Dave. An inexpensive solution for Pat might
> be a high gain, directional Wi-Fi antenna that he can aim in different
> directions until he finds a suitable open Wi-Fi signal. A Web search will
> reveal lots of plans for the cantennas and other "gain" designs. One of my
> favorite is the "wok antenna" which uses a typical parabolic shaped cooking
> wok. Gain Wi-Fi antennas can of course be purchased, too, and the pricing is
> from ~$50 to a couple hundred dollars, far cheaper than some of the
> satellite, cable, or DSL/fiber optic solutions mentioned.


Guy Atkins
Puyallup, WA USA
www.perseus-sdr.blogspot.com

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> Date: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:51:41 -0400
> From: "HASCALL, DAVID CIV DFAS" <DAVID.HASCALL@xxxxxxxx>
> To: <irca@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>, "Patrick Martin" <mwdxer@xxxxxxxxx>
> Subject: Re: [IRCA] OT   DSL vs Cable
>
> Hey Pat;
>
> Sorry about you losing your neighborhood "hotspot."  Have you thought
> about building / buying a long distance WiFi antenna to see if there are
> other open hotspots?  I've never used one but have read lots about them.
> They can be as simple as a USB Wireless adapter affixed to a long USB
> cable, a cantenna or more intricate setups that resemble small microwave
> dishes.  I read a message from veteran VHF DX'er Bob Cooper that talked
> about relatives that rented an RV in the USA and with a homebrew WiFi
> antenna, were able to get a signal from a travel center FIFTEEN MILES
> down the road!
>
> Search for cantenna or long distance wifi antenna and you should be able
> to find some info.....
>
> 73,
> Dave
>
>
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