Summary
Laptops that support mobile internethave become less uncommon in the past few years.
Most modern laptops support the latter, but the former is much less common.
Second, LTE, an abbreviation for “Long-Term Evolution”, is a synonym for 4G networks.
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Therefore, both terms will be used interchangeably in this article.
Do You Work on the Go?
This way, you don’t need to count on luck to ensure your machine will be connected.
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Is the Fixed Broadband at Your Home and Workplace Reliable?
If no ISP offers a decent service where you live/work, perhaps a mobile carrier does.
In such cases, you may alsoconsider a dedicated mobile hotspot, also known as a MiFi gadget.
Do You Need Protection From Power Outages?
Keep in mind, however, that some more serious applications may require a constant connection.
Is Online Privacy Something You Worry About?
Public hotspots, while convenient, may beunencryptedand vulnerable to sniffing.
But at least, if your data leaks, you’ll know your carrier is to blame.
Do You Need a (Somewhat) Assuredly Fast Connection?
But they’re not strictly needed by everyone, and that’s fine.
If you’re on a tight budget, it may be better toget a lower-cost laptop.
You’ll save some cash by using your phone’s mobile hotspot.
