How can I use my laptop to access the Internet in the UK?
I'd like to be able to access the web and my e-mail when we are traveling in Scotland and England. Would I need a wireless modem? What providers are there?
Laptops & Notebooks - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
If you want full flexibility, then www.three.co.uk probably offer the best value for money wireless modem for short term (I'm guessing a few months rather than a standard 12/18 month contract) Otherwise, lots of coffee shops have wifi points and I believe McDonalds are rolling those out across the country too Good luck!
Answer 2 :
I usually take mine when traveling to the UK, but find that there are so many internet cafes there that it’s somewhat easier to just use theirs! (unless you are doing a lot of photography and you need to empty your memory cards or burn CDs) Using public computers, you don’t have to worry about leaving your computer in your room or car when you are out for the day, or in left luggage where others might have access to it. Here's a list of London Internet Cafes: http://www.cafeindex.co.uk/web/cindex.nsf/CAFESEARCHMAP?OpenAgent&pn=23 Or, search through out all of the UK: http://www.cafeindex.co.uk/web/cindex.nsf/cimap?openform Many places have wi-fi, but yes, you would need a wireless modem in your computer, which most newer computers come with. Generally what you do is purchase wireless internet time by the day when you are in a hotel, but some might provide it for free. But usually it's about $10/day. As far as your email, either open up a Gmail or Yahoo mail account (free) before you leave that you can access from any computer. You can either give everyone that address, or set them up to access your email from your regular provider which can be forwarded to your new email account.
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