Tuesday, May 13, 2014

About Computer Networking: Using Wi-Fi to Catch Fish

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Wi-Fi might seem irrelevant to such traditional pasttimes as fishing (angling) - not so. Even fisherman can't seem to get enough of wireless networking these days. More - Using Wi-Fi to Catch Fish
VIDEO: Guide to Wi-Fi Network Equipment

You won't find any Wi-Fi fishing poles in this About.com video, but there are a bunch of other useful wireless gadgets to consider.


Introduction to Networking with a Router

Fisherman might use wireless routers at home, but they aren't looking to take their Wi-Fi router out on the water, at least not yet. Wi-Fi wireless routers are helpful for sharing an Internet connection at home but not nearly so helpful outdoors.

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Introduction to Wireless Network Antennas
Antennas are also key components of Wi-Fi networks, picking up incoming or radiating outgoing signals. Some Wi-Fi antennas, particularly on routers, may be mounted externally while others are embedded inside the device's hardware enclosure.
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Is It Safe to Run Ethernet Cable Outdoors?

While Wi-Fi does work outdoors at certain distances, sometimes a good old fashioned Ethernet cable run is the preferred way to connect a network that spans multiple buildings. But is it really safe from lightning strikes and other bad things?

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