Thread: Internet at Competitions
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Re: Internet at Competitions
Well, that is a possibility, though bluetooth is low-power and meant for short-distance communications. However, I'm pretty sure that you will be able to communicate with devices on the other side of the field!

I was thinking, if I can get this scouting application made, should I contact the event coordinator about if they would let me set up a low-power hotspot on the other side of the building from the stands, to allow teams to see the stats, but have no internet connection? I think that a 4mW Tx won't reach the stands if it is on the other side of the building!

That way, I can have teams ask for a password (I won't have it as a public AP), to get free inet? I think that could be an idea (as long as I can age FRC approval! Also, is WiFi allowed in the pits, to communicate with the robot?