Tuesday, September 14, 2004

FCC limits antennas on historical sites

RCR Wireless News: The FCC has adopted rules to restrict placement of antennas upon historical resources. "The FCC recognized that, as the number of tower constructions around the country has dramatically increased since the late 1990s, it has a responsibility to manage the expansion of communications infrastructure in a way that best preserves our nation's historical resources", said the commission. Commissioners Abernathy and Martin partially dissented, questioning the FCC's authority under the the National Historic Preservation Act.

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Tuesday, September 07, 2004

Multiple-in, multiple-out (MIMO) antennas for wi-fi

New Wi-Fi standards (802.11n) will likely include Multiple-in, multiple-out (MIMO) antennas for 100 Mbps throughput and increased range.
Network Magazine | Boosting Wi-Fi With MIMO and 802.11n | August 1, 2004: "Multiple-In, Multiple-Out (MIMO), which is likely to be 802.11n's foundation"

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Friday, September 03, 2004

Raining Satellite Dishes in Bahamas this AM

It was raining satellite dishes in Nassau last night when hurricane Frances hit. The popularity of direct broadcast satellite dishes, half-assed self-installation, large wind profile, and flying saucer aerodynamics combined to create quite a mess.
ABCNEWS.com : Hurricane Frances Hits Bahamas

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