Cryptech V2 » wifi http://www.cryptech.com.au Solutions for computers and solutions for computers Wed, 06 Apr 2011 11:24:18 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2 The Difference Between 3G Mobile Internet and WiFi Wireless Networks http://www.cryptech.com.au/explanations/the-difference-between-3g-mobile-internet-and-wifi-wireless-networks/ http://www.cryptech.com.au/explanations/the-difference-between-3g-mobile-internet-and-wifi-wireless-networks/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 23:49:52 +0000 Tim Cinel http://www.cryptech.com.au/?p=139 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.
  • Other wireless technologies also exist. See how WiMax works.
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