So to somewhat branch off of my other thread, I have a problem with ISPs and their lack of service in my area. Literally my only options are two WiMax companies (which are expensive and/or slow), or to (somehow) convince AT&T to run lines to my house. I've been barking up this AT&T tree for a while now, and I'm at the point where I'm not continuing to put milk and cookies out. So thinking about my WiMax options, I thought about how they work, which led to an idea.
Is it possible to get internet service from someone "in town" who has a great ISP/service, then using a "WiMax-like" device, transmit that connection to my house? After all, that is the core of WISPs. I'm just looking to do the same thing on a personal scale.
My buddy lives about 5 miles away where he gets Cox, and gets 50mbps. What if any device can establish a connection between my house and his internet?
Is this even legal? I'm at the point of radical thinking to get internet. It's freakin ridiculous that this is all because AT&T can't run 72 feet worth of line.
Is it possible to get internet service from someone "in town" who has a great ISP/service, then using a "WiMax-like" device, transmit that connection to my house? After all, that is the core of WISPs. I'm just looking to do the same thing on a personal scale.
My buddy lives about 5 miles away where he gets Cox, and gets 50mbps. What if any device can establish a connection between my house and his internet?
Is this even legal? I'm at the point of radical thinking to get internet. It's freakin ridiculous that this is all because AT&T can't run 72 feet worth of line.