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    Broadcasting a GPS signal wirelessly to multiple laptops?

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by Mr.Koala, Dec 18, 2015.

  1. Mr.Koala

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    In my work I often need to access realtime GPS data on laptops. I prefer to avoid onboard GPS modules because start up can take a while. They tend to waste a SSD slot as well.

    Currently I stream the NMEA from a always-on Android phone to the laptop via Bluetooth serial, which works smoothly. Unfortunately only one client can connect at a time. What kind of setup will allow me to connect multiple laptops to one phone at the same time?
     
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    Mr.Koala, Dec 18, 2015
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