[gurps] Re: Internet on blue planet and like worlds

[Kurt Feltenberger]

David Scheidt wrote:
> For communication between fixed points, cables will always be cheaper
> than radio links in the the long run.  They're also faster and more
> reliable.
>   

I'm not sure I can agree with you unless you specify the distance 
between the fixed points and whether you can rig masts for additional 
range due to LOS issues.

If you have LOS, then point to point wireless communications is much 
less expensive, both in the short run (setup costs) and long run 
(maintenance costs).  If you're looking at distances of several hundred 
miles and can use solar/battery powered relays, then you're still going 
to be less expensive over running cable between the two fixed points.


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