1. Down size. Instead of lugging around your 17″ laptop, purchase a low cost  Wi-Fi internet friendly Netbook, tablet, or smaller laptop. The size of the screen should satisfy your mobility needs. In other words, you don’t need a full 17″ laptop screen to read email or type a MS Word style report. Long battery life is also important.
2. Cloud computing. Over complicated by the press, cloud computing just mean that the software and/or your files are NOT stored on your computer. They are stored in your gmail (hotmail, yahoo, etc) email folders or other Google Apps like Google Docs, Google Calendar, and similar service types. Cloud computing lets you access your files from any Wi-Fi hotspot in the world.
3. Wi-Fi Travel kit. Create and keep alive your Wi-Fi internet travel kit. Pack yourself a little Wi-Fi travel bag complete with USB flash drive, Wi-Fi finder, short extension cord, power adapter, power strip, headset, webcam and other necessary computer accessories. Pack them into your netbook bag, or leave it in your car.
4. DSL with Wi-Fi. If you still haven’t taken a side in the Cable vs. DSL internet service debate, consider that many DSL Specials include free Wi-Fi internet access. AT&T high speed internet, for example, offers free Wi-Fi hotspot access with all DSL subscriptions.

We hope these tips help you get out of the house more often, or help those who frequently travel for work. Wi-Fi internet service will continue to grow and enhance mobility in the years to come. If you haven’t tried Wi-Fi, get out there and give it a try this weekend. Wi-Fi internet access is generally available at Starbucks, Barnes & Noble, McDonald’s, and more retail stores and malls. Most hot spots are fee based for on the spot use, however, paying a small fee allows you to test the Wi-Fi internet service before buying a subscription plan.

AT&T Wi-Fi Basic service is included if you subscribe to AT&T High Speed Internet, AT&T U-verse High Speed Internet, or AT&T FastAccess DSL, all speed plans included. There is no need to order. Just connect and login using your AT&T high-speed internet membership ID and password at any AT&T Wi-Fi hot spot.

Use this link to find AT&T Wi-Fi hot spot locations around the world. Click the map or select a location from the list. Starbucks, Barnes & Noble, McDonald’s, Airports, and additional AT&T Wi-Fi locations are all listed on the hot spot map.