Wireless Technology

[BlancoNino]

After installing a wireless LAN in my home and having dropped internet connections (fixed only by power cycling the router) and really bad lag spikes (in games) that I troubleshooted for days and days, I decided to go back to wires. Since then...stable...fast...reliable...no problems at all.

Wireless technology has improved a lot and it's become very affordable, but where is it going in terms of reliability? Will there ever be a day when cables become obsolete and wireless becomes free of headaches and worry?

I post this because I really hate drilling holes and running cables. If I ever move (which will probably be soon) I will not run cables again.

So, everyone. What's in store for wireless networking in the future? What sort of technology is on the horizon? How long will I have to wait? Anyone know?

 

[JackMDS]

If you need a solution Now, your question is Not very functional since nothing earth shuttering is going to happened in the near future.

The first consideration is LAN traffic.

If you need fast LAN traffic for work related activities, and or Gaming with very low pings are crucial for you well being, get out the drill and start laying cables.

Otherwise, getting a stable strong Wireless is a matter of spending a little money.

Most people buy one unit for less them $40 and spend the rest of the time complaining.

However if you buy few WDS units equipped with good Omni external Antenna you can get Good fast Stable Wireless.

I.e. you need to spend about $200 - $300.

Link to: Wireless What Should I Get?

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

Link to: Wirelessly Bridging Home / Network.

:sun:

 

[BlancoNino]

I've often wondered about the more expensive wireless equipment, but it's just too risky to shell out all that money and then have it not work. I guess a price drop in that equipment will be my best bet in the near future. I'll keep my fingers crossed.