Mobile broadband options increasing for on-call IT pros | Network Administrator | TechRepublic.com

Mobile broadband or wireless broadband services are ‘high-speed’ Internet services that use devices that connect to the communications networks that mobile phones use. I mentioned these technologies last year with a use case for a backup network connection for some scenarios. One thing is certain, the options are increasing for coverage and providers for this technology.

Generally speaking, this is going to be good for the consumer. Most notably, this can push the price down on these services. Historically, there have been two main players in this space: Verizon and Sprint. There now are more providers entering into the wireless broadband market. One entrant, Cricket is offering a very competitive price for a mobile broadband service at $40 monthly with no contract. Comcast is also investing in the market as well...