What Is a Wireless Internet Card?

A wireless Internet card, generally provided by telecommunication company providers, allows wireless connectivity to the Internet. These cards slot into the PCMCIA (Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) or ExpressCard slots on the sides of laptops. A wireless Internet card offers high-speed Internet surfing and download speeds and has redefined workforce mobility, Internet surfing and the online entertainment experience.

Anywhere, Anytime Internet Access

A wireless Internet card facilitates anywhere, anytime Internet access and does away with the need to subscribe to expensive hotel-based Internet connectivity services or depend on Wi-Fi hotspots.

Access Technologies

A wireless Internet card connects to the Internet through access technologies such as Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO), and High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) technologies facilitated by telecommunication providers.

High-speed Internet Connectivity

High-speed Internet connectivity with download speeds ranging from 600 Kbps to 1.4 Mbps is one of the greatest advantages of a wireless Internet card.

Enhanced Productivity

Mobile workers, independent consultants, frequent travelers can work anywhere without having to be tethered to any fixed location. Professionals can surf online, reply to emails, check documents, download large email attachments and other large data files and presentations and work extra hours or flex-time in any non-formal environment.

On-Demand Entertainment

Most broadcast and cable TV networks are now allowing online broadcasts and streaming video of popular TV shows and daytime soaps and a wireless Internet card's high-speed Internet connectivity allows individuals and others to get their daily, online entertainment on-demand.