[Ham-Computers] Need good search word

[Mike]

Jim,
Google wi-fi antenna or wireless network antenna, based on your need.

Mike, NF4L

Jim Hill wrote:
> When RVing, I take my laptop to send emails and check a few 
> reflectors, etc.  The most convenient location is inside my travel 
> trailer, but have weak signal issues.  It has an aluminum siding, 
> which acts like a shield.  The signal isn't the best even outside, 
> since it usually comes from a router on a shelf inside the office, 
> and the signal must pass through the building and a around few 
> monster RV's parked between me and the office.  Bigger is definitely 
> better in the RV field.  I frequently need to go to the laundry room, 
> or maybe a bench outside the office or in my truck parked near the office.
>
> I've been looking for something to minimize this problem.  My laptop 
> doesn't have an external antenna connector.  I've been surfing the 
> internet, and found a device that connects to my laptop with a USB 
> cable and uses an external antenna.  I can't find the link again and 
> really need a good search word.  I usually get oceans of wireless 
> routers. Any suggestions, either for a search link or something you 
> have used?
>
> Jim
>
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