My nearest signal is 1.2 miles away.
2006-12-21 15:06:57 · 4 answers · asked by mffl915 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Computer Networking
Woah, i didnt know they could go that far. that is crazy! I would expect them to go not much longer than a 300 feet, maybe 450 feet.
2006-12-21 15:09:21 · answer #1 · answered by Oh, It's, Ohhhh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be able to connect at that range you would need clear line of sight between the (special) antennas and some expensive equipment. There are very few providers that do such connections. Usually only for business customers where there is no landline, and they have to compete with satellite providers. Needless, to say such service is expensive, though cheaper than getting a T1 line run.
Most typical wi-fi is around the 400ft range.
I've just come across design templates for antenna reflectors which could increase directional range. Here's the link: http://www.freeantennas.com/projects/template/index.html
2006-12-21 15:41:47 · answer #2 · answered by tj 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on which flavor of 802.11 is being used the maximum range would be defined by that. there are some hybrid networks that may allow for slightly further ranges.
there is no equipment that will enable a 802.11x signal to travel 4x the length defined in the standard...
2006-12-22 06:22:24 · answer #3 · answered by lv_consultant 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before I rush to a hasty judgement regarding your honesty, do you mean you want to know if you can connect that far? No. If you mean you are please be so kind as to share this new technology with us by editing your post.
2006-12-21 15:15:26 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋