wireless modem for the fr series?

[senden]

hey i want to get the internet when im out and about is this possible for the fr series? im guessing that i would have to buy a wireless modem but im not sure, i know its possible to connect using my mobile phone as a modem but im guessing the speeds would be really bad, can anyone tell me how its possible to get the net on the go? also im with freeserve dial up, would i be able to use this isp for the net still? thanking you in advance your good pal senden

[kee-lo_]

Hi

To have WIFI, you would have to live in a wireless hotspot to get the internet when you're out and about. This is advantageous if you're in a big city, but if you're in the sticks it's not going to be much use. I would suggest getting an Orange GPRS notebook card, this will allow you to connect to the internet from anywhere, but beware, the prices are VERY high.

Advantages to wireless : can connect to other PCs, pick up mail and surf in hotspots, file and printer sharing.

Disadvantages : Can't get online everywhere

Advantages to GPRS : Can go online anywhere - @ 56k speeds.

Disadvantages : EXPENSIVE and not always possible to use your current ISP

[senden]

ok you say expensive, how expensive is this? live in the sticks haha i cant even get broadband where i live. it says it all really.

[kee-lo_]

Expensive means it costs > £1 / MB
I remember seeing Orange advertising £10 for 5MB transfer.

[senden]

ouch thats a lot, isnt there a plan on 02 though where u get it free? i remember when i was on 02 i got gprs for free, dunno how but they just didnt charge me, same with the tescos network my friend is on he can get his wap for free.

[kee-lo_]

I get WAP for free from O2 as well, I don't think it counts for GPRS because when I connected it to my VAIO they started charging me.