BCCA Chapter 6C Portable and Mobile Internet Access

What is MiFi?

A small wireless router that connects to a cellular data network, creating a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot.

What is portable Internet access?

A type of Internet service, such as portable satellite, that can be moved from one place to another.

What is portable WiMAX?

Because the Internet access is available to subscribers anywhere within a tower's coverage area, WiMAX can be used as a portable technology Use non-line-of-sight modem and plug in anywhere

What about mobile WiMAX?

Being developed

How do I access a Wi-Fi hotspot?

Check list of available networks and choose one that is strong and encrypted

mobile broadband

High-bandwidth wireless technology that was developed for sending digital data over cell phone systems.

How does portable satellite technology work?

Mount a satellite dish on your vehicle Stowed when moving Transmits signals to and receives signals from a geostationary satellite

How fast is hotspot access?

Speed depends on the speed of the wired line that connects to the Internet, distance from the access point, number of people logged in, and interference from other networks

from the end of section C: 3

__________ G technologies include EV-DO, HSUPA, and EDGE.

from the end of section C: Mobile

__________ Internet access can be defined as the ability to use the Internet while walking or traveling in a moving vehicle.

Can I use a cell phone to access regular Web sites and other Internet services?

can access if you have mobile broadband "data"

How do I access the Internet with a handheld device?

data service plan OR connect to Wi-Fi in hotspot

How fast is cellular data transport?

1G (first generation): analog and few features beyond voice communications 2G digital and added basic data transport in the form of texting 3G digital transmission of voice and data using 3G technologies such as EDGE, EV-DO, and HSUPA 4G faster data rates

from the end of section C: Hotspot

A Wi-Fi _________ is an area in which the public can access a Wi-Fi network that offers Internet service.

What is WAP? Wireless Access Protocol

A communications protocol that provides Internet access for handheld devices.

WAP

A communications protocol that provides Internet access from handheld devices is __________.

What is mobile Internet access?

Any service that allows subscribers to access the Internet while on the go.

What if I have WiMAX and travel to remote areas?

Coverage does not exist in rural areas Would need portable satellite technology

How can I use my cell phone service to access the Internet?

Offers mobility that is not even possible with other wired and wireless network technologies

from the end of section C: Satellite

Portable __________ technology can be used to access the Internet from remote locations where there are no cable, WiMAX, or cellular networks.

What are the pros and cons of portable WiMAX?

Pro: You use the same Internet service provider whether you are at home or on the road Con: WiMAX is not widespread so coverage is limited

Is hotspot access secure?

Public hotspots are not usually secure because it is a hassle to hand out passwords Turn off filing sharing to keep your data secure from eavesdroppers

portable

The ability to easily move your Internet service from one location t another is considered __________.

What is a Wi-Fi hotspot?

The geographical area in which you can connect to a Wi-Fi signal, such as a Wi-Fi equipped campus or coffeehouse.

from the end of section C: broadband

WAP devices have been replaced by devices that use mobile __________ technologies offering the full Internet experience.

Can I use public hotspots for mobile Internet access?

Unlike our Republic wireless phones which use Wi-Fi and Cell, most people only use hotspots for mobile Internet access if they are staying in the hotspot

What is a data service plan?

for additional money, you buy access to mobile broadband or "data"

How do I access the Internet with a cellular wireless modem?

most cellular service providers offer wireless modems for broadband data access modem slides into the USB port of computer

Can I use my phone as a wireless hotspot?

some cell phones can be deployed as the router and modem for a small wireless network that you can use while traveling in a car, bus, or RV.

How do I use a phone as modem?

some cell phones connect to a computer and act as a wireless modem to transmit data over the Internet need a data cable plug your cell phone into your computer and connect through your mobile data service