subject: The Brilliant Benefits of Mobile Broadband [print this page] The wonderful world of the internet began with dial-up and its infamous screeching connecting sound a sound that is already foreign to a whole generation of youngsters. When broadband internet hit the scene, people were taken away by its browsing and download speeds. The internet has come a long way since then as well, with companies now offering mobile broadband.
What is that? Exactly what it says. Mobile means capable of moving or being moved readily. Broadband, of course, is high data rate internet access usually offered to the public in the form of DSL or cable. In other words, it is high-speed internet to-go.
The obvious and biggest benefit is that you can go anywhere you want while staying connected to the internet. A student can upload an assignment on the way to class. A music label executive can download and listen to new artists demos on-the-go. A Wall Street hotshot can track stocks and make trades right from the limo. Obviously, the opportunities are endless with high-speed wireless internet.
Having a wireless card can also save you time, especially if you have a daily commute to make. In most major U.S. cities the average commute time is about 30 minutes each way. Thats one hour a day that people usually spend reading or listening to music. Instead, why not bring along your laptop and get some work done? Internet access makes it all the better, and also easier. When you get done with your work, treat yourself to a funny YouTube video. The point is: work completed on the road is work that doesnt have to be done later at home or the office.
This same technology is what allows cell phones to access the internet. Most cell phone makers and service providers use what is called 3G, which is also available for computers. However, the latest technology, known as 4G, offers speeds of up to three times faster than those of 3G. For the tech-savvy: the fixed speed offered is one gigabyte per second.
Some might say, Well, Ive already got internet on my cell phone. However, as we all know, phone screens are small and make your options limited yes, even on an iPhone. Having wireless access for your laptop allows you to get real work done when necessary. Imagine trying to type a research paper, including doing the research, on a phone.
If the signal is strong enough in your area and soon enough it should be in most areas you could even replace your traditional land internet connection with wireless. Given that most people now prefer and use laptops over personal computers, it makes sense. If your only computer is a laptop, why not just use a wireless card all the time? Save yourself some money. This is another spectacular benefit of wireless broadband.
All in all, if you are a busy person or simply cant get enough of surfing the web, constant wireless access is a must-have. It can also help you be more productive, make your schedule more flexible and save you money.
