Netbooks entry 4 - Internet Access

You can get mobile access to the Internet via cellular coverage but that coverage comes at a price. I've seen talk of plans that run $60 a month. If you have to have access 24/7 then it may very well be worth it to you. If so, you may want to sign up for a plan that includes a netbook at a deep discount (or even free).

But for those who are looking for a small form factor, don’t need to be on the Internet 24/7, and are frugal, free wireless could be enough.

Related links:

• AT&T and Verizon Wireless Bet on Netbooks



• AT&T's wireless netbooks come with strings



• McDonalds' Resturant locator (next to last column of search results indicates whether WiFi is available).



• The Next Netbook Trend: Cellphone-Like Contract Deals



• RadioShack sells $99 Netbook with 2-year AT&T contract



• Verizon Netbook to hit stores this weekend



• Vodafone and Dell in $0 netbook broadband deal: cool



• Wi-Fi-FreeSpot™ Directory - find free WiFi hotspots. (Note: many McDonands, Safeways, and public libraries also provide free WiFi)

See further comments in my next post.