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    1 mb to 4mb speed depending where i stand...

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Lavitz, Feb 3, 2008.

  1. Lavitz

    Lavitz Notebook Evangelist

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    Okay guys i have question about my wireless connection. Well not mine someone elses .. im connecting to an unsecured connection with my laptop to someone named stephine. and i get 1 bar when im sitting on my couch but if move 2 feet closer to the window i get 3 bars.

    i use speedtest.net to measure my speed.
    on the couch its 1 mb

    2 feet away from couche = 4 mb download.

    Why does have hugeeee differnc when i move like 1 -2 feet... lol Also more bars = more speed?

    This is my first laptop sager 2090
    im gonna set up my router soon .

    Any replies will be highly appreciated .
     
    Lavitz, Feb 3, 2008
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    Here's a reply: Stop stealing your neighbors wireless you cheap skate.
     
    Lithus, Feb 3, 2008
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  3. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Thread closed. Obviously, you do not know this person and are leeching. Please do not discuss this on the forum again, or you may find yourself unable to access these forums again.
     
    Greg, Feb 3, 2008
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