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Computer Networking Computer Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Uses and Upgrades From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking A Web firm based in Mexico recently deployed Wi-Fi hotspots in some city parks. So what, you ask? The unique idea behind Terra's Poo Wi-Fi is that you can earn free minutes in exchange for depositing waste. While any kind of waste might do, these hotspots are targeting one kind of "-do" in particular. Free Wi-Fi Hotspot Locators I wasn't able to find any Poo Wi-Fi hotspots through these locator sites. The popular online databases are so large, it's hard to believe these wouldn't be listed. I may just have been using the wrong search parameters. Of course, they don't have the option (yet) to search by smell, which would be interesting to say the least. See More About:  wi-fi hotspots  ssid  Introduction to Wi-Fi Wireless Antennas Most people use whatever built-in antennas come with their Wi-Fi gear and never give it a second thought. Wi-Fi enthusiasts, though, are always on the lookout for aftermarket upgrades to squeeze out extra performance from their wireless network equipment. See More About:  wireless antennas  wireless signal interference  MIMO - Multiple-In Multiple-Out Technology One of the key technologies behind newer generations of Wi-Fi networking is MIMO. Without MIMO, 802.11n would hardly be any different than 802.11g. Readers Respond: How Much Does Your Internet Cost? A reader from Hungary reports that they enjoy a nice 6 Mbps Internet connection for only $10 a month. Maybe it's time to move to Bucharest! Wireless / Networking Ads Computer Networking Wireless Router WiFi Wi Fi Laptop WiFi Hotspot WiFi Hotspots Featured Articles Fundamentals of Computer Networks How Many Computers Can One Wireless Router Handle? Wireless/Networking Message Board How Many Computers Can One Wireless Router Handle? What Is an IP Address? How to Fix DNS Cache Poisoning   More from About.com Bake Sale Bestsellers Make your next bake sale a profitable one with these irresistible recipes. More> Macaroni and Cheese Oodles of delicious macaroni and cheese recipes, from old fashioned classics to spiced-up versions. More> This newsletter is written by: Bradley Mitchell Computer Networking Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Computer Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool   Follow me on: Advertisement