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    Broadband Wireless Help

    Discussion in 'Networking and Wireless' started by skybum02, Jan 28, 2008.

  1. skybum02

    skybum02 Newbie

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    I'm about to buy a new laptop (probably Vostro 1500) and I'll also be getting a broadband wireless service for a few months. I’ll be using it for e-mail and work. Here are my broadband questions.

    1) Can I buy used USB Broadband Wireless modems to use with the service? I need USB to keep the express card port available for a smart card reader. (Not mandatory but nice to have) I can use an express card modem if needed.

    2) I don't want a contract... I know I'll pay more / month, I saw Cingular (At&T offers this).

    3) Any advise on a reliable service in the North Lake Tahoe area?

    4) What are the speeds I can expect? Can I watch the occasional YouTube video?

    Thanks,
    Steve
     
    skybum02, Jan 28, 2008
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  2. Lithus

    Lithus NBR Janitor

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    1. Yes. Same as buying a used cellphone.
    2. This is not a question. Questions end in "?".
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    4. Depending on service, with EDGE, expect 70-135kbps with bursts to 200kbps. Otherwise, you'll get slow dial-up speeds.
     
    Lithus, Jan 28, 2008
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