Smart phone use as a wi-fi "hot spot"
I am considering buying a "smart" phone which can be used as a wi-fi "hot spot" for use in accessing the Internet on my other devices (tablet and laptop). (Currently only have a "dumb" flip-phone and...
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TucsonJim wrote:
Mine works perfectly for the application you are considering. I won't use public Wi-Fi when doing anything that could compromise my electronic security such as on-line shopping or bill paying. It's too easy for somebody to steal your information from a public Wi-Fi.
One thing to be careful of is using more data than you paid for in your plan. It can get quite pricey if you do this.
Jim
This. No point in paying for 2 devices and if you are on Verizons rate structure the Mi-Fi is costing you $10/month. You shouldn't use any more data total than in the past.
