"A hotspot is a site that offers Internet access over a wireless local area network through the use of a router connected to a link to an Internet service provider. Hotspots typically use Wi-Fi technology. Hotspots may be found in coffee shops and various other public establishments in many developed urban areas throughout the world." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotspot_(Wi-Fi)
There are many different devices on the market, that provide WiFi mobile Internet (a hotspot) connection with pre-paid and post-paid plans, just like cell phone plans.
T9 is a LTE Mobile Hotspot that simultaneously supports 15 device connections through built-in Wi-Fi AP. With advanced LTE technology and multi band support, T9 provides seamless wireless data connection whenever needed, wherever it goes. The OLED display with unique icons and text panel can provide easy-to-recognize device service status to customers. The stylish pocket-sized and semi-rugged design makes it easy for customers to carry it around anywhere.
Some alternatives:
The Best Mobile Hotspots for 2023
You can also easily convert almost all smart phones into a Hotspot.
What do 1GB actually correspond to in real life usage - how many emails,
web pages or Skype voice calls is this (Data Usage Guide, 1GB=1000Mbs)?
- 100 Mb = 2000 basic emails without attachments or 1200 Facebook updates;
- 250 Mb = 10 hrs. of web browsing or 250 high quality photos;
- 1 Gb = 16 hrs. of music streaming or 200 mp3 downloads;
- 1 Gb = 30 hours of Skype voice calls or 4 hours of Skype video calls;
- 2,5 Gb = 7 hrs. of video streaming.