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Wireless Access Point



If you're trying to do something commercial like me (provide internet
to a whole condo complex), I find it better to buy a commercial
product that is designed to do what I want and where I can call for
help instead of building a cantenna that doesn't even fit my need.
When you're building a wifi network you need to know more about
placement and antenna types to make sure you get the best performance.

Like I said the guys at Air802.com do this for a living and are very
good.  I'm satisfied and have recommend them at work as well.

-matt

On 8/8/07, markw-FJ05HQ0HCKaWd6l5hS35sQ at public.gmane.org <markw-FJ05HQ0HCKaWd6l5hS35sQ at public.gmane.org> wrote:
> You may be able to do this with some good old fashioned radio know how..
>
> There are a few projects out there that propose "wave guide" type
> directional antennas for WAPs. One project uses a "Pringles" potato chip
> can. Google for "cantenna."
>
> By aiming two cantennas at each other, you may be able to get the distance.
>
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> Message: 8
> Date: Tue, 7 Aug 2007 16:11:52 -0400
> From: "Anthony Gabrielson" <agabriel-lg01uRcdP2Fg9hUCZPvPmw at public.gmane.org>
> Subject: Wireless Access Point
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> Hello,
>    I may need a wireless access point that can give coverage over 1km (3280
> feet) in a field.  Does this seem reasonable, or would it be more
> appropriate to string a few together?  If this does seem reasonable can
> anyone recommend a WAP that will perform at these distances?
>
> Thanks,
> Anthony
>
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