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To: q_long who wrote (121698)	7/17/2002 4:58:16 PM
From: Neeka	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 152472

I know several people using basic linkys (sp?) wireless routers/hubs for "hot spots" in their homes. They are very inexpensive these days. Special wireless PCMCIA card required for laptops. Is this 802.11?? When I bought my wireless LINKSYS router I made it clear to the sales person that I eventually intended to buy a laptop and ad a PCMCIA card. The guy in line ahead of me was buying a wireless PCMCIA card for his laptop. I asked the sales person if this was 802.11 tech. and he said that it was. FWIW I usually take what sales kids say with a big tablespoon of salt. M

To: q_long who wrote (121698)	7/17/2002 5:07:20 PM
From: POB	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 152472

Yes - the LinkSys is 802.11b. I've installed one in my home and for a couple of friends. The coverage that you keep hearing for this technology is completely bogus for inside a house - particularly an older home like mine. The range is more like 20 or 30 feet if the signal has to travel thru any walls. I have a bathroom - tile walls/with metal mesh backing - between my linksys and computer - no more that 15 feet between them - and usually can not get a signal.