Can wifi connect you to the internet even if you don't subscribe to web service?

Question

I have Tmobile and a friend told me that I could cancel my web service and still get internet access through wifi on my cell phone because so many people have high speed internet you can have access in almost all areas. Does anyone know if this is true. Of course, Tmobile says no.

Answer 1

Yes you can connect to the internet on a mobile device using WiFi if your device is WiFi enabled and there is a broadcasting access point or router. Along with that the router also has to be either unsecured meaning it has no default password or passphrase. Otherwise you will need a password or passphrase to enable connection. Many places offer free WiFi such as malls, tourist centers, truck stops and even some schools. Even some people locally around you may have unsecured networks you can access. I myself have 9 available wireless networks and not one of them is accessible without a passphrase. It is much easier just to have a web service because you aren't guaranteed access otherwise. Good luck =]

Answer 2

Actually, you probably can't cancel your data plan because you probably signed a contract agreeing to it. As far as wifi access, the availability of unsecured wifi networks really depends on where you are. In NYC, there are quite a few of them. Where I live, there are none other than at the library, the hospitals, Walmart, etc. Personal wifi networks in my area are uniformly secured - as is my own.

Answer 3

definite, you are able to do all those issues with no information plan in case you take advantage of WiFi. the ingredient is, ensure that T-cellular would not without delay upload a knowledge plan for your telephone, because some vendors do this.

Answer 4

Wouldn't have thought so to be honest. You can Tether depending on the phone and contract you have, But i imagine it would be quite slow and you could exceed the Fair Usage policy for your phone provider.