[Lvlug] Boosting a home wifi network

[Chris]

Scott Ferguson wrote:
> On 1/15/07, *Chris* <chris at kutztownlinux.org 
> <mailto:chris at kutztownlinux.org>> wrote:
>
>     Signal strength can be significantly reduced by certain types of
>     material. Some siding, pipes, heating ducts, etc. I'd try moving the
>     router first and figure out exactly what is reducing the strength
>     in the
>     first place. Boosting the signal is possible but it is much easier to
>     just move the router, even a few feet in some cases if something is in
>     the way.
>
>
> What's the approximate range for a single antenna on average in a wifi 
> router with a fairly clear view?  I believe the gutters on the 
> apartment are copper now that I think about it.  I bet that won't do 
> much good.
>
>
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It really varies depending on the construction, router, and technology. 
Older construction is usually more problematic though from my experience.