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802.11 vs. 3G For Mobile Access

bobdole34 writes: "A new way to give us fast mobile net access spells further trouble for 3G.Imagine being able to surf the net at speeds faster than DSL from anywhere, at any time - you could watch a live video webcast while waiting for the bus, email photos to your friends while sitting in the park, or download the MP3 of the song that's playing in the pub before it finishes. I smelled vapour until I saw a demo of MeshNetworks at 802.11Planet in Philly."

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  1. Step up from vaporware... by Cadre · · Score: 4, Funny
    I smelled vapour until I saw a demo of MeshNetworks at 802.11Planet in Philly."

    Yes yes. What you saw was a step up from vaporware, commonly referred to as a "dog and pony show".

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