Netbooks and college

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<p>Hey everyone,</p>

<p>I'm thinking about buying a netbook for college (most likely the Samsung NC10). I'll use it mostly for lecture notes, library studying, and maybe internet for research. Do I have to sign a contract with one of the cellphone companies (AT&T, Vodafone, etc) to get internet access or can I just use my school's wireless network? Sorry if this is a dumb question but I am highly un-tech savvy.</p>

<p>Thanks for your help!</p>

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<p>Nope, you can just use the school’s wireless network. You only need a cell contract if you plan to use a carrier’s data plan to get mobile internet access.</p>

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<p>Certain netbooks/notebooks offer the cellular service as a bonus, but it’s never a requirement. All of them will let you use the school’s network.</p>

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<p>OK, great thanks! Wait, would having a data plan be useful?</p>

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<p>Just use the school’s.</p>