I have discussed wifi in crowded environments many times - but more from a security aspect, rather than the issues trying to connect in such crowded neighborhoods. Another reason to stick with Ethernet. Then a little spackle, touch up paint and no one will notice the holes on the wall when you leave.
I live in an 1650 sq foot apartment and had serious and frustrating wifi problems connecting my tablet which I use 2 concrete walls and 40 ft away from the router/DSL modem. Then l bought the D-Link DIR-645 now I have no problem even on my balcony which is even further away. I've had it a month and am delighted. I tried four manufacturers of wifi extenders but they were slow and often dropped out - I wouldn't recommend them unless you need extremely long range.
It really wont matter where you go, theres a Wi-Fi network in nearly every Supermarket/ Office/ Store/ Etc Etc.. so if you have a Wi-Fi enabled device your device will pick up on every Network surrounding it
This is exactly why I say, "Go Ethernet!". At least whenever possible. While WiFi networks can be secured relatively easily, they add a whole new and huge level of responsibility on you, as a user of WiFi, and as an administrator of a WiFi network. And remember, Enabling/Disabling SSID Broadcasting is a "convenience" feature. It is NOT a security feature. You cannot hide the RF (radio frequency) radio-waves. They go everywhere. Convenience for all - good or bad. And don't use your dog's name!!!! Nosy neighbor's will try that first.
Agreed. However with portable devices like a smart phone many will want to use the Wi-Fi so as not to exceed the limits of their data plan. You can't go ethernet with a phone, so unfortunately avoiding Wi-Fi is getting MUCH harder to do. I like when people know this. Too many people think it is a security feature and it is worthless as one.
Yeah. I still recommend disabling it. No need to hang a neon sign out front advertising your network. But I am not aware of any sign (turned on or off) preventing anyone determined to get in from trying.
