[RndTbl] rural internet access

[Ian]

Wow, that's not exactly a ringing endorsement for Xplornet.  Thanks for the
nod on that.

I have had some good encounters on the reserve so I'll shake that tree and
see what falls out.  Thanks.
Ian

On 19 November 2010 17:37, Colin Stanners <colin at ninja.ca> wrote:

> Also, I had spoken with a technician from Roseau River FN who said they
> had a 120ft tower. From what I can see you may be near them on the map.
> I'm afraid they may be using wifi-based equipment but it may be an option.
> For their service, see  http://www.rrafn.com/internet.html .
>
>
>
> On 11/19/2010 5:28 PM, Ian wrote:
>
>> Thanks Jeff, but I see no advantage.  The tower in St. Malo which would be
>> closest to me is over eleven miles away and
>> less advantageous topographically.  The Greenridge Wiband tower is much
>> closer and I've got 25' over them which helps my line of sight.  I'm a
>> very
>> long way from line of sight access to the St. Malo tower.
>>
>> On 19 November 2010 15:27, Jeff<jeff at 204productions.com>  wrote:
>>
>>  http://voyageur.coop/
>>>
>>> These guys have a tower in your general area
>>>
>>>  Hi all.
>>>> What's the best value in rural service?  I'm just north of the US
>>>> border,
>>>> 14
>>>> miles, off highway #59.  There is wifi service all around me, but not
>>>>
>>> "to"
>>>
>>>> me without at least a 60' tower.  I'm looking at Explornet satellite
>>>> service
>>>> and really don't like their contract.  Are there smarter options?
>>>> Ian
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