High Density Networks Goes Out of Business?

nospam@example.com (Kevin Keegan) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:49:00 -0700

High Density Networks ("HDN") which listed itself as the "premier provider of wireless communication services for multi-dwelling units" appears to have gone belly-up. HDN provides internet services for many apartment buildings in California, including may properties managed by Scott Properties. In addition, HDN provides satellite TV service and in some cases VOIP telephone service. Generally this service was cheaper than similar service through larger companies. In my case my internet service cost $29.99 a month on a month-to-month contract.

HDN's business model typically involved entering contracts with owners of multi-dwelling units to install a network infrastructure and to provide wireless internet to the building's residents. HDN appears to have done this with varying success. From personal experience I can say that the internet service provided by HDN was never stellar. Similar to other shared networks, such as cable internet, the service provided is greatly affected by the number of users in your building using the internet concurrently.

Many people have reported headaches and problems with HDN. Some users vehemently disliked HDN as evidenced by this entry in the Davis Wiki. Recently HDN made some alterations to its network infrastructure which in my experience increased speeds but greatly decreased the usability of the network by barring all incoming connections.

It appears that last Wednesday, October 14, 2009, all service provided by HDN came to an end.

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Patio Plant Watering System

nospam@example.com (Kevin Keegan) — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 17:30:00 -0700

I want to have plants on my balcony, but I knew I would be incapable of watering the plants everyday. Clearly I needed an automatic watering system, however, I live on the 5th floor and have no access to water on my patio.

I saw an automatic watering system like this. But it was just too much money and it didn't hold nearly enough water. So, I decided to make my own watering system that could hold a lot more water. I was able to make a 5 gallon system for less than $30.

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High Density Networks Goes Out of Business?

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