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Posted by Lee Sainsbury on March 3, 2006, 3:52 am
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Jack wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I know nothing of this area so be kind :)
>
> If I buy a wi fi enabled smartphone, can I access the internet for free if I
> am within range of a free wi-fi hotspot?
>
> If I get one free with a package from say T-mobile will I somehow get
> redirected through their servers and charged?
>
> I want to experiment using a smartphone with some internet programs I am
> writing for fun, and i dont want to be tied to a package.
>
> So if I can access for free then I would just buy a wi fi enabled phone, say
> the C600 and use free access points.
>
> Generally speaking is the speed of wi fi faster than 3G? What sort of
> connection speed can I hope for (I know it must depend on the local wi fi
> network, but
> just as a rule of thumb)
>
> Also does it take longer to connect through a wi-fi link than home ASDL?
> That is the continous download speed for a large file is not as important to
> me as the
> transaction speed (if that makes sense).
>
> Further, how far do these free links reach, say a coffee shop or hotel has
> one, can you access them from say, the street or a neighbouring shop?
>
> Are there any other issues I should be aware of?
>
> I am in the UK.
>
> Thanks for any info
Most Wi-Fi hotspots are paid for by you. Your device will pick them up
but you will need to register and pay in order to use it. Some places
offers free access in order to attract you into their establishment!
Not sure about speeds - most Wi-Fi devices are 802.1b - I think thats
11Kbps - so about LAN speed. Some devices are coming out with 802.1g -
54kKbps - but of course the WAP would to support that.
Lee
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