Tuesday, January 08, 2013

About Computer Networking: Data Usage on Mobile Networks Up With 4G

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From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Computer Networking
A new industry report indicates Android smartphone users on 4G networks transfer more data than those on 3G. Because 4G is significantly faster, this could represent a significant jump in personal productivity. Or it could simply mean 4G users waste more time watching frivolous videos on the Web.

Top Apps for Monitoring Online Data Usage
Data usage monitoring can help avoid excessive service charges and keep your service provider honest. Try monitoring online data usage on your smartphone or tablet using these apps. Some people use more than one, so that they correlate results between them.

Introduction to Cloud Storage
Beside watching videos, another way to generate large amounts of network traffic fast is to use cloud storage. Cloud storage systems create and manage copies of files across networks, usually the Internet. The more files you have, the bigger they are, and the more often you sync, all add to your data usage.
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VIDEO: When Is It Illegal To Use Wi-Fi Hotspots?
In this About.com video, learn how to determine whether a Wi-Fi hotspot is legal to use. Using hotspots is generally recommended for mobile devices as a way to keep cell data usage lower. While public hotspots are indeed a great convenience and often safe, there is some risk of running afoul of the law. Avoiding questionable situations will help peace of mind.

READERS RESPOND: The Cost of Internet Service
"The cost of Internet in Ghana is arguably the most expensive in the world. Vodafone-gh charges $130 a month for a 15gb data allowance." -koomson

 


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