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How do you get houseboat
Internet and Email access?

There exists many different options for getting houseboat Internet access,
or your emails while on your boat.The technology is continuously changing, however at present, there is many marinas offering either access directly at your dock, or through Wireless Technology. Some are FREE, some are services that require fees (either daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly).

Houseboat Internet & Email

Options:

  • Wireless Access


  • Network Cable


  • Cellular


  • BlackBerry 

  • Satellite



Wireless access or WiFi, is nowadays very common, which consists of a wired Access Point at the clubhouse, and they re-transmit the data through Wireless Technology. Most laptops today are already outfitted with Wireless Cards (or an external one can be added). How to get Wireless Access...

KEYNOTE: a highly recommended option.


Dockside Network Cable is another option is some marinas have actually "hard-wired" the docks with Internet network cables/connectors at the dockside Power posts.This way, all that is needed is a standard network cable to plug into your PC/Laptop network card.

KEYNOTE: a highly recommended option.


Structure internet


Cellular technology is in full expansion. The different Cellular Providers
have various speeds, and technologies to service their "coverage areas".

KEYNOTE: a highly recommended option.
NOTE: fees are based on data downloaded, so verify your usage.


Wireless BlackBerries, Smartphones, PocketPc's, and Palm PDA's are other technologies that are in constant expansion. Speak to your cellular provider for greater details regarding coverage, speeds, and data plans...
Satellite Internet is another possiblity for boaters that are in secluded areas, or that require constant connection while travelling. Can be an expensive proposition, since equipment and data plans are rare.




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