Wireless Signal Range Issues

[thecoroner]

I have a PC in my house that uses a wireless-b USB network adapter. It is 50 feet from the wireless-g router it connects to the Internet with. There are 3 walls and a tile fireplace between the router and the PC.

Obviously, there are some signal strength issues. Is this normal for a setup like this? What are some inexpensive ways to fix this?

The user of this computer is very cheap and hesitant to switch to BPL networking.

 

[JackMDS]

The best Method to Extend Wireless Coverage depends heavily on the Specific Envioroment.

Look at these pages they describe most of the options that are within the means of Entry Level users, and choose the one that fits you envioroment best.

Link to: Extending the Distance of Entry Level Wireless Network.

Link to: Wirelessly Bridging Home / Network.

Link to: Hi Gain Antenna for Entry Level Wireless.

In general, the best Method involves using multiple units connect with wire to the source.

Or WDS ( Wireless Network - Configuration Modes. ) system using Hardware of one Brand across the board.

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