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Distance for wireless reception using DSL

I currently have DSL in my home. I have two detached buildings on my property and I want use the same DSL line I have in the main building in these other buildings. First, what is the distance for perfect reception from a wireless DSL router, and second, can I run three computers off one line using one router?

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If you are using wireless routers you can get distances of up to 300 feet. However, that usually applies to indoor use. If you can run Ethernet Cat 5 to each building that would be your best option.

This was first published in November 2002

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