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From: Chris Hill <chris@monochrome.org>
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Subject: Re: FreeBSD as an Access Point
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On Fri, 21 Dec 2012, dweimer wrote:

> I have been having a lot of performance issues with my home wireless, 
> and am considering replacing the current APs early next year.  I 
> wanted something a little more flexible than the standard consumer AP, 
> without spending the money for a high end Cisco AP (I do realize that 
> the hardware will run me in the range of their low end APs).  My early 
> searching shows I should be able to get an Alix board, Wireless Card, 
> and Antennas for around $300.

Not really an answer to the question, but maybe a solution to the 
problem... At my work we deploy a fair amount of wi-fi at clients' 
sites. The access points we like are Pakedge brand. These are solid, 
high-powered industrial-grade equipment, and in your price range. For 
what it's worth.

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Chris Hill               chris@monochrome.org
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