The Difference Between 3G Mobile Internet and WiFi Wireless Networks

I’ve noticed that quite a few people are confused by wireless internet media, more specifically 3G and WiFi. Every time I try and explain it, I end up drawing a rough sketch outlining the differences. Here’s a neat diagram showing the difference between the two:

Difference Between 3G Mobile Broadband and WiFi Wireless Network

Notes:

  • While some Internet Service Providers offer both 3G and WiFi internet, they usually consider them separate services and require separate subscriptions.
  • 3G is almost always more expensive than WiFi connected to a fixed service, so when WiFi is available – use it!
  • Most 3G Service Providers offer a USB modem with their subscription services at a cost.
  • 3G can be quite fast, but is in most cases worse than WiFi.

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4 Responses to “The Difference Between 3G Mobile Internet and WiFi Wireless Networks”

  1. Margaret Campbell Says:

    Thanks for that Tim, it will help when looking for a new provider in the UK, we will need to know which services are “free”, Philip & Jane had free calls to the UK from OZ at any time, that would be good for us. Cheers Nanna

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  4. anil thakare Says:

    hiiiiiiiii respected sir,,,,,,
    i m very happy to say this info abt 3g ,,,i satisfied it …nn also i neeed it whole seminar topic


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