> -----Original Message----- > From: tclug-list-bounces at mn-linux.org [mailto:tclug-list-bounces at mn-linux.org]On Behalf Of Adam Monsen > Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 7:45 PM > To: Twin Cities Linux Users > Subject: Re: [tclug-list] wirelessly bridging a small wired network > > > > You could look into a wireless access bridge, it allows the connection > > of several computers to it. > > Yes! That's it. Now that I know for sure what to look for, it's a lot > easier to find. Thanks, everyone, for your helpful suggestions. > > Newegg.com sells a bunch of cheap wireless access points capable of > doing bridging mode for just over $30. > It's usually easy to find WiFi stuff on Craig's List at bargain prices. Sometimes also at MPC. I got a batch of *very* good (mainstream brand of chips) WiFi PCI cards from MPC for $5 each. FYI, I have procrastinated in installing a plenum cable from by basement/family room/workshop (3+ boxes, two switches, and two printers have wired access) to my 2nd story office that temporarily has 6 laptops and a desktop, plus two printers). I have no problems and reliable connections and good printing for the 7 upstairs computers to connect individually to the WiFi router in my basement. I have automated backups of large files that operate in most directions on this net, and no significant issues with speed... also can do Slingbox video and seldom have a traffic problem limiting TV over WiFi. Chuck