Wireless Access Point

[markw-FJ05HQ0HCKaWd6l5hS35sQ at public.gmane.org (markw-FJ05HQ0HCKaWd6l5hS35sQ at public.gmane.org)]

> 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.
>

No one ever said this is a commercial solution, when someone mentions
using WAPs over 1000 ft, it is usually a one shot deal or a hobby. If you
want commercial solution you shouldn't be trying to cobble together
something.

A good rule of thumb:

Unless you are in the business of selling something, use someone else's.

> -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.
>>
>>
>> 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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