Staying connected

Officially, there is no WiFi in this hotel room, but using a WiFi dongle and a 3 meter USB extension cord - and VERY carefully placing the dongle in this position - I am able to get some sort of connection.

Not having a connection in the room and having to rely on internet cafes was becoming very unpleasant and got me to buy this dongle and start experimenting. I guess a PCMCIA card with a connector for an external directional antenna would be the best solution - or just choosing a hotel with WiFi.