NetbookTech

Here’s a potential great addition to netbook users out there. If you’re looking to get a little mobile broadband in your life but don’t want to commit to long term contracts then you’ll want to check out Virgin Mobile’s new  Broadband2Go prepaid mobile broadband service.

Running on top of Sprint’s EVDO Rev A network, Broadband2Go allows you to purchase slices of megabytes at set prices. To get started, you’ll need to purchase the Novatel Ovation MC760 USB modem for $149.99. Then you’ll need to pick a pre-paid allotment:

• $10 dollars for 100MB of data which expires in 10 days
• $20 dollars for 250MB of data which expires in 30 days
• $40 dollars for 600MB of data which expires in 30days
• $60 dollars for 1GB of data which expires in 30 days

The system also comes with a Novatel connection management software application which provides a usage meter allowing you to keep track of where you’re at with your service allotment. This service is ideal for someone who performs light mobile broadband usage here and there. It’s not for the heavy broadband user.

[Check it out via PC Magazine, Krunker.com]