Now to take over this thread slightly (I didn't want to start another thread), I am wondering if I can use the Wifi that my folks have to save me having to get my own. They have already agreed that this isn't a problem for them and it will save me having to schlep over there with my laptop when I need to look something up/email etc.

The problem is that as the crow flies they are just over 2,000 ft away and there are large (i.e. tall) houses in the way, so no line of sight. Is it even remotely possible that this would work? and if so can anyone reccomend some cheap wifi equipment for my laptop, to do this with?

As always any help much appreciated