On Sep 29, 9:07 pm, pete wrote:
Hi folks --

I make my living developing software and I would like to install a PC
with fast Internet connectivity on a !~40'-LOA ketch. That way, I can
(maybe) live aboard and still indulge my hobby and vocation.

How stupid is this idea? Could it ever work?
Thanks!
-- Pete



HI Peat,
This is BraindeadBob......

I use a Verizon "Rev A Broadband aircard in my laptop. I too make a
living typing. While security is not an issue with my stuff up load
speed is. I also simply got tired hunting for wifi hot spots.

The service I get downloads about 500 kbs - 1.2 mbs. Typically about
600-900 kbs.
My upload speed averages abot 135 kbs. +

This is an improvment over the older card I had. Up load speed on that
averaged 40.0 kbs and download speed was
300-500 kbs

Great tech service.

Iv traveled all over the PNW and coverage is abot 98%. One interesting
thing I found was that many one horse towns have this Broadband
service.

Cost:
phone plan $39.99
digital phone card $59.99
Figure $120/month

Im happy with it but want more speed for less price. May in a couple
years..........
Bob