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Wireless Internet Service

For most people wireless Hot-Spots are the easiest way to get mobile high speed Internet access. But emerging 3G wireless technology now makes it possible to get true broadband speed wireless internet service on the go with your laptop computer.

A mobile wireless ISP can now give you fast connection speeds of up 300 to 500 kbps and when those connections are not available most providers have back-up connections in the 60-80 kbps range. However the technology is still in its infancy (here in the USA anyway) and prices will likely go down as more people begin to use it and service providers are forced to aggressively compete for customers.

Verizon, AT&T, AllTel, T-Mobile and Sprint all provide wireless laptop cards and USB modems that provide broadband internet service. They all work with both Windows and Mac operating systems and you can also use them for wireless internet access on your home PC or Mac.

Some providers let you get connected using specific cell phone models as a modem. But the easiest way is with a card that either plugs directly into your laptop or connects with a USB cable.

How Much Does it Cost?

A typical wireless Internet service provider charges between $39 and $60 a month for unlimited service. You can use our Mobile Internet Access Finder to shop and compare all the wireless broadband Internet access providers that are available in your zip code. Choose laptop cards from Huawei, Novatel, Sony, Kyocera and more.

Lap Top Cards and Internet Service

Most 'free' laptop card deals require a new service contract. Use the links below to compare all the best cards available through your current cell phone provider.

Free Laptop Cards

Don't confuse these with wireless network cards! These cards deliver high speed surfing without the need for a 'hot spot'. Some cards plug into a USB port so you can use them on your lap top and home computer too.

Below are the best FREE deals on wireless internet access cards.

Free Option GT Option GT Ultra PCMCIA PC/Mac Card (AT&T)
This PCMCIA broadband card is for AT&T service plans which are available in most areas. For laptops only, it works with both Windows or Mac and is compatible with AT&T 3G and nationwide EDGE data networks. FREE after instant discount + Free shipping

Free Sierra AC881 USB Card Sierra Wireless AC881 USB PC/Mac Card (AT&T)
This USB 2.0 interface card is for AT&T service plans which are available in most areas. It works with both Windows or Mac and is compatible with AT&T 3G and nationwide EDGE data networks. FREE after instant rebate + Free shipping

Free Franklin U680 Franklin U680 USB Data Card (Sprint)
This USB 2.0 interface card is for Sprint service plans which are available nationwide on the PCS network. It works with Linux, Windows or Mac. It also features built-in GPS for location-based services. As an added bonus it has a microSD memory card slot for up to 64 MB of portable file storage. After rebates you get $50.00 Cash Back! Free shipping

Sierra Wireless Compass 597 USB Modem (Sprint)
Connects to a USB port on any computer and is for Sprint service plans which are available nationwide on the PCS network. It works with Windows XP/2000 And Mac OS X. Includes a GPS antenna for location based services. FREE after $50 rebate. Free shipping

Kyocera KPC680 Broadband ExpressCard (Verizon)
This is a laptop card for ExpressCard 34 card slot. It is for Verizon service plans which are available nationwide. It works with Windows 2000/XP/Vista, Mac OS X 10.3.2 and higher. FREE after instant discount + Free FedEx shipping

Free UTStarcom UM175 UTStarcom UM175 USB Modem (Verizon)
This is a USB modem for PC or Mac USB 2.0 ports and works with almost any computer. Includes drivers for XP, Vista, Windows 2000 and MacOS. It is for Verizon service plans which are available nationwide. FREE after instant discount + Free FedEx shipping

Other Cards available:

Shop and compare more great deals in Wireless Internet Service:

Huawei EC360a PCMCIA
UTStarcom UM150 PC/Mac USB
Kyocera KPC680 PC/Mac ExpressCard
Option GT Ultra PCMCIA PC/Mac
Sierra Wireless AC881 USB
Option GT Ultra ExpressCard
Sierra Wireless AC881 Novatel EX720 ExpressCard
Novatel Ovation U727 USB
Novatel S720 PCMCIA
Sierra Wireless AC597
Sony Ericsson GC89 PCMCIA PC Cell Wi-Fi Card
Novatel V740 PC/Mac
Sierra Wireless AC595
UTStarcom PC5750 PCMCIA
Novatel Ovation U727 USB Broadband Card