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I checked the vote on local community control of broadband/wireless for 
our community this morning, and the yes votes won.  That means we have 
the green light to convince the city to consider options for community 
broadband wireless networks.  My first question is:  Is there a strategy 
for cwn that works across a lot of open country?  How far do you go? 
Are there folks outside of Seattle that manage to link into your network?

I live in Charles City, Iowa.  There are some 8 to 10 thousand 
residents.  Farms, small communities surround the area, and yes, it's 
pretty flat.

I read that you're using 802.11b technology standards.  If you were to 
start over, today, would you still choose 802.11b as opposed to 
something like 802.11g?

I look forward to following the list, and applaud each of you.  It's 
exciting stuff.  I know that people buy t-shirts and hats and mugs that 
look cool!  When we get something going, here, and likely built around 
the interesting model you folks have, I hope we can feature your gear 
and increase sales for you.
Tom Poe
-- 
Open Studios, Charles City, Iowa, USA
www.ibiblio.org/studioforrecording/

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