> -----Original Message-----
> On Behalf Of kram2004
> 
> I was just wondering if there was a practical and free alternative to 
> accessing the web via wifi instead of subscribing to a cable 
> company 

What city are you in? Many in Hermosa Beach, Culver City, Fullerton, etc.
are using these free networks as a DSL/Cable replacement.

Also see:
http://www.wififreespot.com
http://www.nodedb.com


> wifi access.  I've heard that there are wifi antenaes that 
> can reach out to as far as a 5mi

A good directional antenna can do that. I'll bring a few to the meeting
tonight if you'd like to see them.


> also, would it be possible to create a repeater or a bridge

Yes, a 2nd device can redistribute this in your home or office.

Frank Keeney
Antennas, Cables and Equipment:
http://www.wlanparts.com

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