Thanks Adam (and all the others that responded).  I'm glad I posted this on
the list for I had run up against the proverbial brick wall.

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[mailto:PICLIST@MITVMA.MIT.EDU]On Behalf Of M. Adam Davis
Sent: Thursday, October 19, 2000 10:11 AM
To: PICLIST@MITVMA.MIT.EDU
Subject: Re: [OT] wireless modem device


I just went to the computer store yesterday, and saw almost exactly what you
are
after.  It has a base station with a modem in it, and a card that implements
a
wireless lan.  The idea is to outfit each computer with this card, and they
can
talk to each other and get internet access through the base station.  It was
rather inexpensive, but I believe it was based on early wireless lan specs
(1-2Mb/s - which is more than adequate for small home networks and modem
access.)  I've solved the problem by putting 10baseT to every room.  Once I
start usig the laptop on the internet, I'm not likely to move.  If I do
move, I
simply suspend the laptop, disconnect the lan, and reconnect where I need to
be.  About 5 minutes total time, which isn't too bad.

I'm returning some product later today at the store I mentioned, I'll see if
I
can get the manufacturer's name, and more details.

-Adam

Stouchton wrote:
>
> Hi folks,
>
> Is anyone aware of some sort of a wireless modem for use with a laptop?
My
> wife got a laptop that she likes to use just about anywhere in the house,
> but the phone cord is a pain.  Was thinking of making an RF solution, but
> time is limited.  Is anyone aware of a 2 piece RF solution for this
dilemma?
>
> I want to avoid any LAN solutions if possible, for I do not want to leave
a
> computer running somewhere else in the house.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Scott Touchton
>
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