[Wolves] Internet with a mobile?

[David Goodwin]

Chris Procter wrote:
> I've been looking into getting my Mac connected to the internet using a
> mobile (no landline in my house either).
> 
> The various mobile companies do data packages for use with GPRS (General
> Packet Radio System, an always on data connection pay by the Mb), you need a
> GPRS capable phone however. From what I could tell Orange do the cheapest
> deal at (http://www.orange.co.uk/talkplans/gprs/costs.html) they also do
> unlimited data for £45/month other companies do similar packages, T-mobile
> aparently do do GPRS stuff but I couldn't find any info on costs etc on
> their website, they do do PCMCIA cards though.

Ah. I didn't realise it was possible to get an unlimited bandwidth 
version. That almost makes it quite viable for someone commuting.

Is the GPRS network complete though? Or is coverage limited to urban areas?



David.