> 7. Is the Ethernet any more/less susceptible to RFI than alternative such
> as a serial port daisy chain?
Most ethernet networking is not affected by RF, especially the now-common
twisted-pair ethernet systems. The signalling on the wires is resistant to
RFI by design. Of course, some network switches might have RFI problems,
but I haven't had any problems even with max power. I have a cable modem
and a relatively cheap Linksys router/switch and it works beautifully.
I run SOA, but I still have another computer sitting on the network solely
for fault tolerance. I've lost too many log entries during prior contests
with other logging software, so I don't take any unnecessary chances. The
two logs are always kept identical. Even this technology industry veteran
is impressed.
VY 73 de Glenn K3PP
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