On Sat, 28 Oct 2006, Bob Stia wrote:
> Hello sluggers,
>
> I know you are all a pretty good bunch of people and won't mind this OT
> question.
>
> I have a daughter (adult) who is confined to a hopital for a serious
> condition and will be for the next few months. I want to give her a
> computer with internet access.
>
> I have available a late model Mac to let her use. The hospital does not
> have wi-fi in the patients rooms so I am thinking cell phone modem.
>
> I know absolutely nothing about this and/or how it works, costs, etc.
> A couple of you out there must know all about this. Can you help me out
> and fill me in?
I have not used such a thing either, but make sure
... the hospital allows (patient) cell phone use.
... there's cell phone coverage in her room.
... IP-over-cell-phone is available in the hospital's area.
... you can get drivers for MacOS for the chosen device.
Sorry about her situation.
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