Getting free internet access

Tweet

Recently, I discussed about mylot mobile version. I thank everyone who responded to that discussion. Now, I want to clarify some points that most members and other internet users seem not to get. Using the internet via mobile phones is not actually free of charge. Mobile phones installed with browsers, can access the internet utilizing WAP (Wireless Application Protocol). The phone will then request permission from the network/mobile company to access the internet. In this point, the mobile company will charge the subscriber necessary fees. Post-paid subscribers will be charged at the end of the month and will be visible in the statement how much time or amount of space they consumed during the previous month and how much they are charged for it. Pre-paid subscribers will be charged accordingly from the credits they still have in their account. Internet service will be cut-off once credit is insufficient. Meanwhile, using mobile phones can still be used to surf the internet, free of charge. This can be possible in wi-fi zones where internet is connection is available. Some wi-fi connections are secured, protected by password, etc. but we can request for permission to use their connection. This is also applicable in laptops and pda's. In our mobile phones, we have to set the connection to the internet by setting the access point to Always ask. I am not familiar with other mobile phone brands and units, but this is how my Nokia E61 is set. Once we start connecting, the phone will then ask how connect or which connection/access point to use. Do not select the name of your network company, select Scan for WLAN for available access points. Have a great day, everyone!