Re: [wlug] Making Wireless go faster.

On Mon, Aug 22, 2005 at 11:30:05AM +1200, jaytee(a)clear.net.nz wrote:

Regarding metal objects that may impede the signal: I thought of wrapping an empty toilet roll (or similar) with aluminium foil then adjusting the size to act as a collector/reflector and maybe getting some signal gain if placed in a strategic location. As this been tested or did I have a bad idea??

Tinfoil is no good (except for hats). Everyone knows that you should use kitchen-ware for your wifi. See http://www.usbwifi.orcon.net.nz/ and http://bloodnok.coders.net/pic/dish/ John