Wireless Internet providers in California normally operate Wi-Fi mesh networks and also use high frequency devices. These are most commonly 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz transceivers and wireless Internet in California may also use Ultra High Frequency (UHF) or Multichannel Multipoint Distribution Service (MMDS).
Wireless Internet providers in California routinely provide Virtual Private Networking (VPN) and Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP). These services are especially common in rural areas that are dependent upon wireless networking.
California wireless Internet providers frequently operate where cable and Digital Subscriber Lines (DSL) don't exist. Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMax) uses microwaves and will probably make mobile data transmission feasible.
Travelers may use the Wireless Internet Service Provider radio (WISPr) protocol with California wireless Internet service to roam between different providers. This is frequently necessary because single providers rarely offer global access and is encouraged by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
In order to best use your wireless Internet service in California:
1. Find a locator service suitable for your needs.
2. Find the hot spots in California so that you can use wireless Internet while traveling.
3. Add value to your business in California by providing wireless Internet to others.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Locate Internet Providers in California
The major California wireless Internet service providers usually provide a locator tool on their website, which will easily determine if you are in their service area. However, regard any maps as only a general guide since mountains or buildings easily block wireless technology.
I recommend: Look at the service areas for a WISP like
Clearwire. This California wireless Internet provider has a zoom feature on its maps which identify areas which are blocked.
Clearwire has service in California cities including Redding, Chico, Stockton, Modesto, Merced and Visalia. Big companies like
Verizon Wireless and
Comcast offer full service wireless Internet services in California.
Use California wireless Internet services while traveling
A business traveler will need wireless Internet in California while on the road, in airports or hotels. The larger networks should have access to many hot spots for a flat rate without per-minute or roaming charges.
I recommend: Get a list of
Boingo hot spots in California. Their service packages include global hot spots for worldwide travelers, hot spots for travelers in North America and a package for customers who rarely travel.
Resell California wireless Internet services
California wireless Internet providers are frequently resellers seeking to generate new customers and encourage repeat business. This can be especially lucrative because wireless Internet customers tend to be high-income and high-loyalty.
I recommend: Contact
HotPoint Wireless to become one of their resellers. The best businesses for wireless Internet hot spots are cafes, coffee shops and restaurants and other public places with high foot traffic.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- California wireless Internet service providers generally require line of sight access. A 900 MHz device might be able to function to some extent without a clear line of sight but devices operating at 2.4 GHz or more will not function if their line of sight is blocked. Wireless connections are generally very vulnerable to interference from sources like solar activity and competing broadcasts.
The official source of Wireless Internet Providers in California is
the Wireless Internet Providers in California page at Business.com
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