"John Navas" wrote:
>
> That's my point, why I think a 3+G data package is better than relying
> on finding Wi-Fi or wired Internet. I've got wireless data pretty much
> wherever I am at a flat price per month. I think that's pretty
> compelling.
>

I can't argue that when I was stuck in the airport with no connectivity, I
wasn't looking enviously at those with data connect cards/adapters. <g>

The other thing with WiFi is being careful about connecting to unknown
networks. Too many "Free WiFi!!!" SSIDs out there for my comfort level.

That said I'd probably pay around $20 per month or so for wireless access
(carrier based). This could be on top of my plan, via tethering, or with a
connection card/adapter. I wouldn't expect any subsidies on the card or
adapter, naturally.

If no one is willing to sell that to me, I suppose I'll do without. Even $20
a month is tough to justify when I only need it a few times a year. And I
really don't want another "don't ask, don't tell" policy, nor a per-megabyte
option that could bury me with a few hours of usage. If they can't or don't
want to sell it to me at that price I will do without. I personally think
I'm in the majority on this, but time will tell.


--
Mike

Even with $20 on top of my regular plan's handset 'Net, assuming handset
tethering here, that still seems more money than most people would pay. And
$20