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Unread 14-12-2013, 10:40
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On to my 16th year in FRC
FRC #0696 (Circuit Breakers)
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Re: Internet at Competitions

I'm surprised no one has mentioned using a 900Mhz point to point ethernet bridge to get scouting data from the stands to the pits. However, they are about $1000, so it's much cheaper to have two 4G devices.

I agree with others that FIRST is not in the business of being an ISP, especially to a bunch of kids. LOTS of issues there with web safety and liability, and no volunteer base to set this up and manage it at each event.
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Student Mechanical Leader and Driver, Team 696 Circuit Breakers, 2002-2004