[303lithgow]

Is there such a thing as a WiFi dish for getting a better signal? Our home in Ephrata is across the street from a school and they have a guest signal but its not strong enough to pick up.

 

[gonefishin]

they make some accessories like outdoor antennae and boosters but it may really depend on how strong the school signal is. haven't used any so check reviews before buying

 

[angel71rs]

Depending on how close "across the street" is, an indoor with higher gain like the one in this vid might do:
yagi wifi antenna long range - YouTube

 

[James6591]

Depending on how close "across the street" is, an indoor with higher gain like the one in this vid might do:

That looks pretty much on the money.
A yagi directional antenna.
If it's just across the street, chances are you probably wouldn't need an additional booster.

 

[303lithgow]

Depending on how close "across the street" is, an indoor with higher gain like the one in this vid might do:
yagi wifi antenna long range - YouTube

Thanks, I'll check this one out.

 

[redhawker]

Made one of these for a friend of mine who was down on his luck and had to tap into a free signal in his neighborhood. Seemed to work pretty good. Got him by until he could pay for internet again.

 

[303lithgow]

Made one of these for a friend of mine who was down on his luck and had to tap into a free signal in his neighborhood. Seemed to work pretty good. Got him by until he could pay for internet again.

I just need it for when I'm in Ephrata which is only part time so I don't want to pay a lot for a little use.

 

[Pat-inCO]

I just need it for when I'm in Ephrata which is only part time so I don't want to pay a lot for a little use.

Well, you . . . could . . . try paying for what you use.

 

[303lithgow]

Well, you . . . could . . . try paying for what you use.

I've looked into that but its expensive for what I use. When I was using it a lot I didn't mind paying but don't like paying for not using it.

 

[PiratePast40]

Well, you . . . could . . . try paying for what you use.

Why not use your cell phone as a wi-fi hot spot. Sprint only asks $10/week and they'll turn it on or shut it off whenever you want.

 

[angel71rs]

IMO, he is paying for it with his taxes, presuming it's a public school.

 

[PiratePast40]

With that attitude, why not help yourself to the gas in the school busses or the heating oil in the tanks! Bandwidth is not infinate.

 

[303lithgow]

With that attitude, why not help yourself to the gas in the school busses or the heating oil in the tanks! Bandwidth is not infinate.

The gas isn't offered for no charge but WiFi is...big differance.

 

[303lithgow]

Why not use your cell phone as a wi-fi hot spot. Sprint only asks $10/week and they'll turn it on or shut it off whenever you want.

Why not just spend $60 once and use it whenever I want?

 

[Spork]

Google "wi-fi cantenna" These are directional antennas for long distances. You can get them pre made or there are many DIY tutorials to make your own very cheaply.

 

[303lithgow]

Google "wi-fi cantenna" These are directional antennas for long distances. You can get them pre made or there are many DIY tutorials to make your own very cheaply.

Thanks, will do, and I have a few sporks myself.

 

[Lethal Threat]

Hit YouTube. It will give you several example of using old dishes to increase signal reception.