Cheap Way for Internet Access

[OG1]

In this day and age, dialup as the sole source of access is not practical. Broadband (DSL and Cable) is necessary for downloading FREE software,
streaming videos, and upgrading Windows plus other software (large files). The price of Verizon DSL has gone up for new users and "naked" DSL is close to cable rates for new users.

SOLUTION -

Buy a good laptop (or netbook)

Use FREE WiFi at local public library or McDonald's for downloading FREE software, streaming videos, and upgrading Windows plus other software (large files).

At home, use "$5 dialup" like  www.all2easy.net  ($4.95) or  www.dialup.cc  ($7.99) for basic access.

This is the $5 - $10 solution.

[aci-john]

The local library is prolly better than MCD - as in most places McDonalds is Not free. It moves them to a page to pay be the hour, OR they can get a monthly subscription that works in many places. This is mainly the McDonalds that take advantage of the Wayport system, that allows them to make commissions on their internet connection in the restaurant. I personally say, that the type of connection that you use sould really be based on that place where you live.

For example - I am in Missouri, and I dont have the luxury of offering the Under $5 service anymore. CenturyLink cracked down on that, since half my missouri coverage comes from them, and other providers that use them.

If price is an issue, I say the local library is the best option, and some Hardees locations offer free internet and have plug ins around their dining room. Buy some coffee and relax :-) For those that money isnt a huge concern, DSL is the best option. Half my state will not have DSL in their town EVER under $40 so its another story. and more than 35% of them cant get dialup under $20 either. But most areas where its expensive, have some restaurants and coffee shops that offer it free when you purchase something, and some that dont require purchase. (Like Panera offers it free with purchase, Hardees is no purchase required)

Some places that have mobile phones, may be able to get USB cards for their computers at a discounted rate. Some phone plans, you can talk AT&T into their internet card for $20-40 a month.
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[plodr]

McDonalds offers free wifi. It started January 16th 2010. Check your locations.

[nevadacrab]

According to local TV (Las Vegas), McD has done away with their charging and are offering free Wifi nationwide.

[DaveG]

That's sort of what I do in my rural area (no DSL here at all), I also just take a USB memory stick to the local library and download directly to it. Great for downloading MS security and software updates that can take hours on dialup.

[aci-john]

In St. Louis, only certain McD locations do it for free. Thats why I said the locations that use Wayport.
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