What are the RV internet options available for RVers?
Getting regular connectivity can be a vital challenge when you are always on the move. You will have to access to power, no matter if you are on an RV or boat. The main problem is in getting access to secure networks or transmission signals. After all, when you are in a moving vehicle, wireless is your only alternative for any kind of communication.
There are many RV internet options involving wireless communication technologies. And every method brings with it a decent share of difficulties.
There are three basic RV internet options out there. They are:
- WiFi: short-range and often accessible for free. But not usually available when on the road.
- Cellular: technologies like 3G and 4G. It has long-range, but the signal strength is reliant on cellular towers.
- Satellite: the "pie in the sky" option, often extremely expensive, but very stable connectivity.
Even though there are three main internet options, the large majority of RVers make do with combinations of two. These are cellular internet and public WiFi networks. Both these options are easily available in most populated regions and are comparatively affordable as well.
But in sparsely populated regions and out in the wilderness, you cannot rely on either of these options. If you intend to wander out into the midst of nowhere, far away from amenities, a satellite is often your only recourse.
There is another option if you plan to put up a campground on one site for a whole season. Some common locations may have local wired cable/DSL connections that you can lease for the span of your stay. Also, take your GPS device to make the searching simple for you.
But clearly, it is not an option if you have to stay on the road. One thing is amply clear though: there is no single technology out there that ensures connectivity everywhere you go.

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