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With the current available tools for WEP cracking, consider that 'almost open'. Anybody who runs the tools can break in to a WEP encrypted network (and don't blame the tools, it's WEP that is vulnerable). But WEP is not very useful for 'public' access points (like those at starbucks and at...

A lot of people share their Internet connection via wireless on purpose, but some do it inadvertently when they skip the (difficult) chapter on wireless security in the installation manual. There is a lot of discussion whether using such an insecured wireless network without permission is...

Be very careful with wires between buildings. You risk the chance of equipment blowing up on both ends in case of a thunderstorm. Wireless should be able to reach 150ft easily, you may want to add directional antennas to make sure.

Tom, first of all: I really appreciate your comments on the values of listings of campsites with wireless Internet access. I'll take them into account. The purpose is a hobby project combining something I like to work with (networks) and my favorite way of holiday (tent camping or RV...

I use listings of campsites as compiled by the different wireless ISPs. They have a stake in maintaining a correct list for their clients. Usually I check the website for the campsite for correct address and sometimes mail a campsite to check on wireless availability (most will mention it on...

One. The one in Denmark (because that's the only one within a reasonable distance, I live in Europe myself). Coverage was ok until it started to rain. I can see your point about actual experience. People don't want to run around with their laptop finding a spot with reasonable wifi signal...

I maintain a site with an overview of campsites with wifi. http://www.camp-wireless.org/database/ (keeping the reply short to avoid problems with 'advertising')

Another option for finding wireless hotspots is using jiwire. They have a good (in my opinion) hotspot finder at http://www.jiwire.com/search-hotspot-locations.htm. Select location type RV Resort to get a useful selection.

It's "better" to make backups to a medium that can be removed from the computer. Should the computer be stolen or destroyed in a fire, you'll still have your data (and your data can be worth a lot, especially if you use the computer for work). On the choice of making backups of everything or...