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    macbook 802.11n I upgraded. Seem to get better signal to G

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by passive101, Aug 18, 2007.

  1. passive101

    passive101 Notebook Deity

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    I have a c2d 2.0ghz macbook and I got the update to 802.11n. I seem to have a little better signal strength in the exact same spot to my apartments wifi.

    Is this normal? I thought it would have no effect on signal strength?


    But if I ever find an N I can use it now :)
     
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    It has a tiny bit better range. And that's about it :p
     
  3. passive101

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    Well I'm glad my 2 dollars was good for something lol