Wireless broadband internet uses a radio link to make the internet connection which means that the computer is more portable than if it were plugged in to a cable or modem. The internet connection works for home or business use and uses the radio link to convey the internet service between the location of the customer and the service provider's facility. Wireless broadband internet service can be mobile or it can be fixed.

In more rural areas, wireless broadband internet can be used. In these sparsely populated areas, DSL or cable modem services would be extremely costly to provide. The wireless speeds in these particular areas are usually comparable to DSL and cable modem. Usually, though, an external antenna is required.

Wireless hot spots are becoming increasingly popular. You can find these fixed wireless broadband internet connections at city parks, book stores, coffee shops, airports and other public locations. A hot spot usually uses a relatively short range technology. This technology will provide speeds up to 54 Mbps. Wi-Fi, or wireless fidelity technology may also be used with DSL or cable modem services. This is done quite often to connect devices to the internet in a business or home. A broadband connection is often used.

Wireless broadband services are also becoming mobile as they are now being offered by mobile telephone service providers. These types of services are usually best suited for customers who are very mobile. The service requires that use of a special PC card with a built in antenna. This plugs into the laptop computer of the user. This method does usually offer lower speeds.

Depending on the type of wireless internet that you get, you may need additional equipment. Some services require the use of an Ethernet bridge while others require the use of a router. When you shop for your wireless internet services you need to ask what additional equipment will be required for your wireless to operate correctly.

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