Access to internet in rural areas
Access to internet in rural areas
Ah ok. So im still using cable at the road but instead of using ethernet and power lines all 2100 feet, im using power at the box by some means and dish to send signal back to house through radio waves. I dont have line of sight directly to house but would it work if i directed above trees on both ends?
It should manage to slice through some branches, though positioning them outside the view is ideal.
For items that don’t cause issues, you need a clear line of sight. This doesn’t mean the two-way antenna must be right on your property. You can lay over 100 feet of Cat6 cable if needed without major problems. But you’re getting the gist. You’d set up an Internet connection at the edge of your land, then transfer that data elsewhere to your home.
I've set up several rural Wi-Fi networks. I think the equipment is more than enough. For that range, a good omnidirectional or Yagi antenna behind a regular router should work well for sending signals. With either setup, you might even get strong Wi-Fi from inside your home without needing anything outside. Of course, it's not perfect, but if you're getting around 5Mbps, I wouldn't be surprised.
Yes, the Ubiquiti kit employs a specialized WiFi protocol designed for high reliability in point-to-point connections. It’s built for corporate backhaul or serving WISPs. For low-latency performance, peak speed, and consistent connectivity even in bad weather, it outperforms standard WiFi, making it a superior choice compared to fiber.