[TriLUG] wireless

[Joel Ebel]

Currently the solution for linux is to use the external modem, which 
only requires you have a working ethernet device in linux.  However, 
future linux support for the PC Card is hopeful.  The current card, the 
ct-1000 doesn't have linux drivers, though I heard a rumor they were 
working on some.  Flarion's website now lists a ct-2500, and the spec 
sheet for that specifically lists Linux as a supported operating system. 
  So if Nextel starts offering the ct-2500, then hopefully we'll be in 
good shape.

Joel

H Brett Bolen wrote:
> Coverage is spotty in Johnston county.  when working it works well.
> Also, coverage is thin when inside of some large buildings -- If your
> cell phone has trouble, then so will the modem.
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> An no linux support.  ( somebody correct me on this....please...).
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> b²
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> Kevin Miller wrote:
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>>> Has anybody used the Nextel wireless broadband service?
>>> If so are you getting decent data rates?
>>> Was thinking about trying it since it is mo 2 mo.
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>> Yes; it's certainly usable for casual email reading, web browsing; I
>> haven't really tried high bandwidth usage. I carry it with my laptop
>> for roaming access but have a separate connection at home. I've had
>> great coverage around the triangle; I just wish they had coverage in
>> places outside the region.
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>> -Kevin
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