Internet on laptop without a phone line?

lynxptc

Does anyone know the best way of getting the internet on a laptop without a phone line as I've just moved into rented accomodation?

I've seen data cards available but most are on contracts which involve credit checks which I probably wouldn't pass?

Thanks all.

reehsetin

paug 3g phone that can be used as a modem?
some sony ericssons come with software to be used as a modem on the cd
3g will give you the fastest speed
no credit checks but high cost for phone
then top up credit and use the credit for data most networks have data paug bundles

BarGin

This thread may be of interest: http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=305105

BarGin

martindow

You can get a data card for a lap top and vodafone also do a USB data modem which will work on a PC or a lap top
http://online.vodafone.co.uk/dispatch/Portal/appmanager/vodafone/wrp?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=template09&pageID=BS_0201

If you are in a 3G area it is quite fast - if not it runs at about dial up speed.

Dennis99

Move to Norwich!

http://networks.silicon.com/mobile/0,39024665,39161125,00.htm

reehsetin

martindow wrote:

You can get a data card for a lap top and vodafone also do a USB data modem which will work on a PC or a lap top
http://online.vodafone.co.uk/dispatch/Portal/appmanager/vodafone/wrp?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=template09&pageID=BS_0201

If you are in a 3G area it is quite fast - if not it runs at about dial up speed.

they are all conracts though arent they?

I've seen data cards available but most are on contracts which involve credit checks which I probably wouldn't pass?

lynxptc

Yes I believe they are. I've only just moved house and I'm not on the new electoral roll so I probably wouldn't pass the credit check :-(

reehsetin

get credit checked under the old address if youve only been at the new addy for under a monthish?

martindow

Yes - a friend of mine has just got this system up and running and they worked on her previous address for credit checking.

kylah16

Hi, I now have a new laptop and would like to access the internet on a daily basis.

I recently purchased a 3g datacard but within 3 days I'd gone over my limit and spent a lot of money in excess megabytes without knowing until they cut me off. The man in the 3g shop told me that as long as I didn't download music or films etc I'd be fine but obviously not.
Anyway I sent it back within the 14 days and cancelled my contract. I have failed the credit check for T-mobiles unlimited package and also vodafones. Is there anything I can do bearing in mind it isn't my house so I can't install a phone line.
When I switch my internet on it detects a couple of wireless points but it says there is limited or no connectivity or asks for a password. Is there anyway I could buy wireless access or something or another alternative to get internet access. Sorry to sound ignorant.

I hope someone can help me, thanks in advance

bob_a_builder

Depends where you live, there was company who name escapes me for the moment ( helpful eh) who where offering broadband via radio in London & thames valley, their people run about in branded Smart cars, black with yellow at the back - short snappy name but I can't think of it NOW. (edit: Oh the irony !!! )
Only 512mb at the time, was about 9.99, just required a small wireless modem supplied by them on your desk, IF you are in one of their coverage areas
Can't find any links to name I can recognise at the mo

But it was similar to this, but bigger company, parent co was in hong kong IIRC