D-Link antennas expand Wi-Fi range
Networking-equipment maker D-Link announced on Thursday two new antennas that will increase the range of wireless networks established by D-Link's consumer-targeted Wi-Fi gear. The company said the $29.99 ANT24-0400 2.4GHz Omni-Directional and the $39.99 DWL-M60AT 2.4GHz Directional antennas are available and can be used with select D-Link 802.11b- and 802.11g-based gear.
As their names suggest, the Omni-Directional antenna increases wireless signal range 360 degrees, while the Directional increases range in a focused direction. The company did not release range figures, because environmental conditions can vary.