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The good: Excellent sniffing utility seeks out Wi-Fi networks; good roaming arrangements with independent service providers; international hot spots available. The bad: Slow connection speeds; must install Boingo software; limited hardware support; expensive. |
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Boingo makes up for its comparatively slow connection speeds with almost nationwide coverage and simple pricing schemes.
By Brian Nadel, March 26, 2003
Boingo Wireless differs from its competitors in that it forces you to install its proprietary software before you can get online. On the plus side, the Boingo Wireless utility comes with an excellent sniffer application that tirelessly searches for wireless networks, which can make getting online easier. But unfortunately, the software works only with Windows 98 Second Edition or later and select Pocket PC handhelds. Boingo also delivers comparatively slow connection speeds and costs more than its competitors. Still, if you're a business traveler and crisscross the country or globe regularly, you'll appreciate its nationwide and global locations.
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| Platform | Windows 98 SE/Me/2000/XP (Home or Pro); Pocket PC (ARM processors, portrait orientation only)* |
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| Software required | Boingo Wireless utility; Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later |
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| Price | $7.95 for first two days; 10-day a month plan for $24.95; unlimited for $49.99 a month |
*Check Boingo's online Wi-Fi card compatibility list.
