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--- communication:internet [2022/08/17 16:48]
princess_fluffypants [Hardware]
+++ communication:internet [2022/08/18 15:58]
princess_fluffypants [Cellular Boosters]
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+===== Cellular Boosters =====
+{{:communication:weboost.png?nolink&200 |}}
+These devices try to give better cell service by picking up weak signals and re-transmitting them at a stronger strength inside the van. WeBoost is a popular brand.
+Real world performance is somewhat of a mixed bag. They can help in a few specific situations, but in many other situations they will make performance worse or result in even slower speeds. Much of this is because while modern cell phones (and cellular routers) can typically bond together multiple data streams at the same time for a greater overall throughput, a WeBoost can only pick up an amplify a single data stream. Cruiser and R/V forums and youtube are full of comparison articles and videos doing side-by-side tests.
+The short answer is that for how much a WeBoost costs, the gains are extremely limited.  It's usually better to put the money towards a Cradlepoint or Peplink router with a good roof-mounted antenna, as that will generally give better performance in a wider variety of scenarios.
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 ===== WiFi =====
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   * [[https://www.technomadia.com/|TechNomadia]] are experts in mobile connectivity, and have [[https://www.rvmobileinternet.com|a dedicated website]] for sharing that information.
+  * [[https://ridingroadsandtrails.com/sprinter-wifi-on-board/]] Has some good information on doing internet in a van

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