Edward Arrowsmith wrote:
According to the Apple web site:
"Now built into every configuration of the new PowerBook G4 family:
fast AirPort Extreme technology. Based on the 802.11g standard,
AirPort Extreme delivers — at 54Mbps — the fastest wireless
connection available. And with thousands of wireless “hot spots” in
hotels, airport lounges, coffee shops and bookstores around the
world, you’ll be able to use your PowerBook G4 to get online from
practically anywhere".
Does this mean you can just take your PowerBook to a cafe and an go
online at no expense?
That you can walk in to a hotel and go online without plugging in to
anything?
How does this work? Like a mobile phone where you can make a call
from wherever ... as long as you are within range of a cell?
Thanks for assistance.
If all you want to do is check your email and chat on IM, but are not
worried about downloading large files, you may be better of using the
QRPS network through a mobile phone and laptop. QRPS is not time charged
(last time I looked) but is charged per KB so doing low volume stuff
maybe cheaper.
I have not looked to see if there is any download limit on the WIFI
system, as a 54Mbit link could down load 13.5Gb in two hours (assuming
perfect conditions and assuming 100% Data packets (not sure on the ratio
of Data packets to control packets on WIFI))
Makes you think ;o)
Regards,
Kat.
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